Daily drink thins the blood but raises risk of bleeding-type strokes. By staff writer staff writer, 14-Oct-2005. A daily glass of alcohol can prevent heart disease by thinning the blood, but moderate drinkers may also raise the risk of bleeding-type strokes, confirm researchers. A potential mediator of these two contrasting effects of alcohol may be platelet function.
What reforms did Napoleon introduce? A: Napoleon Bonaparte's biggest reform and influence was the Napoleonic Code. This code forbade privileges based on birth, gave the people freedom of religion... Full Answer >
What sorts of reforms did the enlightened despots make? 1) Frederick II- supported the philosopher's ideas but didn't want to give up any power. He granted religious freedom, reduced censorship, and improved education but did nothing to end serfdom because he wanted the support of the Nobles. 2) Joseph II- introduced legal reforms and freedom of press, abolished serfdom. 3) Catherine the Great- tried to give religious tolerance/abolish torture but it wasn't approved. Brought back serfdom.