I. The Problem Many people want to know how much to drink for health and longevity benefits. They usually look to official recommendations listing maximum limits. Indeed, health professionals use them as well for guidance. Countries around the world have created official guidelines. Public policies about alcohol tend to be based on these official recommendations. …
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12 Surprising Facts about Alcohol, Drinking and Health
Here are 12 surprising facts about alcohol, drinking and health. There are a lot of myths about alcohol in general. And there are many about drinking and health in particular. 12 Surprising Facts about Alcohol 1. Drinking alcohol in moderation is linked to better health and longer life1 than either abstaining from alcohol or abusing …
Risk of Dementia Reduced by Drinking Alcohol in Moderation
The risk of dementia is reduced by drinking alcohol in moderation. The alcohol consumed can be beer, wine, or spirits. It doesn’t matter. Dementia refers to a decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily life. Dementia is not a normal part of aging. It is not a disease. It is a result …