The use of alcohol to alleviate problems will only make them worse in the end because it does nothing but push it further back until it grows into something worse.
Real Estate! It is the safest investment. $10,000 can be a down payment on a small home depending on where the friend lives.
Tax deferred annuities or 401k plans through an employer are also safe investments. Any investment that has long term growth rather than risky stocks is a smart choice.
Food poisoning is not a type of food borne disease.
