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).
Two other studies that examined the link between alcohol use and kidney health showed an increased risk of kidney dysfunction and kidney failure. Researchers say one possible explanation for alcohol's protective effect on the kidneys may be due to its effect on so-called good HDL cholesterol levels.