Is beer good for your? Yes, according to recent studies. Here are some of the health benefits of beer drinking.
- Increases HDL or the "good" cholesterol.
- Lowers LDL the "bad" cholesterol.
- Thins the blood, thus reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
- Lowers the risk of type 2 diabetes.
- Improves brain function in older people.
- Lowers blood pressure.
- Reduces kidney stones.
- Increases bone density in women.
- Beer is rich in some important nutrients: fiber, several B vitamins, calcium, magnesium, and selenium.
As you can see there are some important health benefits of beer drinking. However, moderate consumption of this alcohol beverage is mandatory. Women can drink one 12 oz beer a day, while men can have two.
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