Although the sun and alcohol seem like a perfect holiday combination, they are very dangerous together. Drinking while exposed to the sun’s rays carries great risks. What? This is what researchers at the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism found out.
Why is sun and alcohol a harmful combination?
The results of research by scientists from an international institute say unequivocally: you should not drink alcohol and sunbathe at the same time. Why? First, the blood alcohol content lowers the body’s antioxidant levels, which can cause severe sunburn. Second, combining alcohol with sunlight increases your risk of developing skin cancer.
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In addition, both drinking alcohol and being in the sun affect our cognitive functions and can lead to irresponsible behavior. Disorientation after drinking alcohol can also cause prolonged exposure to the sun, causing severe burning of the skin and headache.
Aaron White of the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism added that, according to a study, people who were under the influence of alcohol were less tolerant to UV rays. This is because alcohol removes carotenoids and antioxidants from the body that have anti-cancer effects and protect against UV rays.
Alcohol and sun, especially during holidays, seem to be an ideal combination for many people. However, it can be very tricky, so you should give it up next time.
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