Encyclopedia of Opinion
Question
Is drinking alcohol healthy?
Position‹2 of 2

No, drinking alcohol is unhealthy.

This position holds that drinking alcohol is unhealthy. It argues that alcohol impairs the brain's decision-making and raises impulsiveness, that long-term use damages the liver, heart and brain and is linked to cancer, and that its effect on brain chemistry makes it addictive.

Supporting arguments · 3

  1. Alcohol is unhealthy because it is addictive.
    Alcohol changes our brain to the point where we can't stop drinking.
  2. Alcohol is unhealthy because it does damage to our bodies.
    Alcohol has been shown to harm multiple organs and contribute to cancer.
  3. Alcohol is unhealthy because it leads to bad decisions
    Alcohol impedes the brain's decision-making process; it decreases activity in the prefrontal cortex, which is the part of the brain responsible for rational thinking and decision-making skills.