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).
At present, there are several possible ways in which alcohol may raise the risk of cancer. Some of these theories include: Increasing estrogen levels: We know that increased estrogen levels can elevate the risk of breast cancer, and the metabolism of alcohol in the body can increase estrogen levels. Oxidative stress: Oxidative stress - or damage to DNA that occurs via reactions involving oxygen may contribute.