ALCOHOLISM "Living with Alcoholism" offers a touching glimpse into the life of acclaimed South African singer Elzabé Zietsman.

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"Living with Alcoholism" offers a touching glimpse into the life of acclaimed South African singer Elzabé Zietsman. It offers an intimate self-reflective portrayal of an individual living and dealing with the reality of being an alcoholic and the influence it can have on your life.

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Did you know that:

• It takes the body one hour to eliminate the alcohol contained in one drink.
• Neither coffee nor cold showers can make you "sober up" quickly - it takes time.
• Many family problems, injuries and disabilities, premature deaths, birth defects, cases of high blood pressure, strokes, and high medical costs are caused by alcohol abuse and can be prevented.
• Alcohol in essence "pickles" any organic material it comes into contact with – in the same manner, it shrinks the brain and inflames the liver. Cirrhosis of the liver is a major health problem worldwide and in South Africa.
• Alcohol is high in calories and can cause weight gain – an extended midriff or "beer belly" is particularly associated with increased risk of heart disease.
• Chronic alcohol consumption suppresses the immune system, and increases the risk of infections as well as certain cancers, including breast cancer.
• It is well documented that alcohol is associated with suicide, homicide, rape, domestic violence, and child abuse.