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Alcohol: Time to Put a Cork in It?

Mar 30, 2023
32:26

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  • Moderate alcohol may have heart health benefits, similar to regular exercise.
  • Alcohol consumption raises the risk of various cancers, including breast cancer.

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Alcohol's Impact on Heart Health

Moderate alcohol consumption was believed to be beneficial for heart health, with initial studies suggesting a lower risk of heart diseases for drinkers. Research highlighted the potential benefits of alcohol, such as lowering the risk of heart attacks, similar to the effects of regular exercise. Different types of alcohol were found to provide similar heart health benefits, debunking the myth that only red wine was beneficial.

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