Alcohol Addiction

Call our hotline at to discuss further treatment options and get the information you need to continue your journey on the road to recovery. Though the original Twelve Steps of AA have been adapted over time, the premise of each step remains the same for all recovery programs that use a 12-step model. For many […]

Our facilities are accredited by the Joint Commission and hold an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau, making AAC a highly reputable choice for addiction recovery. You may want to bring your phone, laptop and other small electronic devices, like a tablet or e-reader, to rehab. AdCare Treatment Centers don’t allow electronic devices outside […]

A Dutch study showed that heart-healthy nutrients called polyphenols in red wine help prevent heart disease, but not because of a drop in blood pressure. Research shows that the polyphenols improve the cells lining the blood vessels, and do improve blood flow and heart health. The jury is still out, though, on whether this could […]

Drinking alcohol may increase your risk of certain cancers, especially mouth and throat cancer. Characterized by abnormally high blood sugar, type 2 diabetes is caused by a reduced uptake of glucose, or blood sugar, by your cells — a phenomenon known as insulin resistance. There are several possible reasons for the beneficial effects of drinking […]

Metronidazole is an antibacterial agent that kills bacteria by damaging cellular DNA and hence cellular function.292 Metronidazole is usually given to people who have diarrhea caused by Clostridioides difficile bacteria. Patients who are taking metronidazole are sometimes advised to avoid alcohol, even after 1 hour following the last dose. Although older data suggested a possible […]

If someone believes they have an alcohol allergy or intolerance, they should stop drinking alcoholic drinks and visit their healthcare provider for testing and advice. The only way to avoid alcohol intolerance symptoms or an allergic reaction is to avoid alcohol or the particular beverage or ingredients that cause the problem. For a minor reaction, […]

Getting sober was a lonely journey at first, but finding community has made all the difference. Most of us realize that alcohol is heavily woven into modern culture, but going alcohol-free is going to increase your awareness of the direct and indirect social pressures to drink. You’ll start noticing how many alcohol references you see […]

The test is free, confidential, and no personal information is needed to receive the result. Alice is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Addiction Registered Nurse – Advanced Practice. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and her Master of Science in Nursing from Loyola University New […]

Anyone experiencing insomnia should speak with a doctor to learn more about what treatments may work best for them. An uncomfortable sleep environment can make getting a good night’s rest challenging. Here’s what else to know about the relationship between nightcaps and your nightly rest. Night Eating Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments Symptoms of co-occurring […]

Given alcohol’s short- and long-term effects on the brain, it’s perhaps unsurprising to learn that we can get that lethargic, dull mental state we refer to as brain fog after drinking. In fact, one study found that hangovers have a negative effect on cognitive functions, including visual, memory, and intellectual processes. Another study noted that […]