Cardiovascular disease is now the leading cause of deaths worldwide. Globally, 17.5 million people died from cardiovascular disease in 2005, 30% of all deaths. 7.6 million were due to coronary heart disease and 5.7 million due to stroke.
Judith Tapper, of the HPAâs Food, Water and Environmental laboratory in Leeds, said: âThe main way to ensure that ice is fit to use in food and drink is to ensure that it comes from a safe drinking water source and that all machines and utensils or scoops are cleaned thoroughly and regularly.
While drinking too much alcohol is never a good idea, it can be part of a healthy diet when you drink in moderation. What you drink does matter, though. Certain alcoholic drinks contain a large amount of sugar, which decreases their value in your healthy eating plan. Other types of alcohol don't contain sugar, which makes them a better choice if you enjoy a drink on a regular basis.