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🦓 The French Open Serves Up New Rule 🎾

plus Jordan Peterson doesn't like being stupid

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No Booze News 📈:

The French Open serves up new rule

Zero tolerance for unruly fans!

The French Open is shaking things up by banning alcohol in the stands. This follows complaints of disruptive behavior, including a player getting spat on with gum…

Tournament director Amélie Mauresmo says fans can still be enthusiastic, but "there are definitely steps which shouldn't go further."

What sparked the ban? Players like David Goffin and Iga Swiatek reported disrespectful behavior from fans, including shouting during points and throwing objects.

Does alcohol really have a place in sports? The French Open joins a growing trend of sporting events re-thinking alcohol sales. England's Premier League has had a standing alcohol ban in place for decades, and even Formula 1 has seen a shift towards non-alcoholic sponsorships due to races held in the Middle East.

They’re one of us 🤝:

Jordan Peterson on why he doesn’t drink

Jordan Peterson doesn't drink because he believes it makes people stupid, and he encourages everyone to evaluate their own drinking habits.

The Problem: Jordan says, “when you’re drinking you think you are cool but you have those same delusions Homer Simpson’s friend Barney had when he was drinking. That you’re this king of elegant and sophisticated comedian. It just makes everybody stupid.”

More reasons, from Jordan, to not drink:

  • 50% of murders take place in an alcohol fueled environment

  • Almost the sole cause of domestic abuse

  • Almost the sole cause of date rape

  • It is the only drug that we know actually makes people more aggressive

Still interested? More from Jordan on drinking below 👇👇

Wait, but why? 🤔:

Why you toss your cookies after one too many

Ever wondered why a night of fun can turn stomach-churning? It all boils down to how your body reacts to the party guest – alcohol.

The Liver's Limits:

Your liver is the designated driver, processing most of the alcohol you consume. But it can only handle so much at once. When you drink too fast, excess alcohol gets broken down into a toxic chemical called acetaldehyde. This nasty stuff irritates your stomach and overwhelms your liver, making your body yell "EVICTION!" through vomiting.

Stomach on the Fritz:

Alcohol isn't exactly a stomach soother. It ramps up acid production, leading to inflammation and discomfort. Think of it as a bad roommate – messy and disruptive. This irritation can also trigger nausea and vomiting, your body's attempt to clear the troublemaker.

The Bottom Line:

Vomiting after overindulging is your body's way of protecting itself from toxins and irritation. It's a wake-up call to slow down and prioritize your well-being.

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