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How Alcohol Cause NCDs
Alcohol
Harmful alcohol use contributes to:
- Liver diseases (cirrhosis, fatty liver)
- Certain cancers
- Cardiovascular diseases
- Diabetes and metabolic disorders
Alcohol interacts with other risk factors (unhealthy diet, tobacco use) to further elevate NCD risk. lgbrimh.gov.in
Key point: Use of neither substance is safe — even moderate use increases risk profiles.
