Liver cirrhosis: The silent killer
A thorough analysis of the latest research on alcohol consumption and its links to the rare but "terrifying" disease.
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Dr Erik Skovenborg
Dr Erik Skovenborg is a Danish specialist in family medicine who has developed a deep interest in the health implications of drinking.
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When the mind controls the fate of the heart
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Wine and health: Hypertension—the invisible enemy
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The rules, myths, and facts of hangovers
Dr Erik Skovenborg explains the science behind hangovers, and gives his prescription for avoiding or mitigating the morning-after effects…
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The ups and downs of wine and weight
Myths abound about wine and weight. Dr Erik Skovenborg examines the medical data and literature to get a clearer…
ByWine as part of a healthy lifestyle
In his debut column for The World of Fine Wine, first published in Issue 75 of the print edition,…
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