A member asked:

Are baileys irish coffees (coffee with whiskey/alcohol) bad for you? since it's essentially combing a downer and upper?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Alcohol and Health: When you ask a physician about alcohol you must realize that alcohol is not healthy for many people. It is a depressant; causes dehydration and can lead to over use or abuse. So, the way i practice medicine is to say moderation in both the amount and the frequency of the alcohol you ingest is the best way to protect your health. Caffeine is also a chemical that dehydrates you.

Answered 6/6/2013

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Dr. Wenjay Sung answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Yes: Yes, alcohol is a toxin. Although both may have some health benefits, they also come with risks.

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