An Australian exclamation of surprise or bewilderment. Interchangeable with words such as Blimey or Struth. Made famous by our champion crocodile hugger, Steve Erwin. Crikey! What was that!.
Many believe that the main benefit of alcohol comes from its ability to raise HDL cholesterol levels (the âgoodâ type that helps sweep cholesterol deposits out of your arteries and protects against a heart attack).
Alcohol Boosts âGoodâ Cholesterol. A few studies have found that people who drink alcohol in moderation have lower rates of heart disease, and might even live longer than those who abstain. Alcohol has also been tied to a lower risk of blood clots and decreased levels of inflammation markers.