Alcohol and Cancer Risk: Why Even Moderate Drinking Isn;t Safe

We all know that excessive drinking can harm the liver, but did you know that alcohol and cancer risk go far beyond that? Most people only associate alcohol and liver cancer, but research shows that alcohol consumption is also linked to breast cancer, colorectal cancer, head and neck cancers, and esophageal cancer. The real question is: does alcohol cause cancer? Science says yes, and even small amounts can increase your risk.

India is the world’s third-largest market for alcoholic beverages, valued at a staggering $35 billion, and the industry is only growing. The spirit segment (whisky, rum, etc.) reached $41 billion by 2022. But with increasing alcohol consumption, are we also seeing a rise in cancer cases?1

In this blog, we’ll explore the hidden dangers of alcohol, how it contributes to different types of cancers beyond the liver, and what you need to know to protect yourself. If you think moderate drinking is safe, you might want to read this till the end! Book a free consult if you have any kind of doubt with iThrive.

India’s Alcohol Boom: Why We’re Drinking More Than Ever!

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