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BEER DOES A BODY GOOD
Research
shows alcohol can aid bone health
Forget milk. New research shows alcohol is good
for your bones.
Scientists at Tufts University found that moderate drinking seems to prevent loss of bone
mineral density (BMD) associated with aging. Bone loss can lead to osteoporosis, which can lead to increased risk of fractures and injury.
The researchers think silicon in beer might be the reason they found stronger bones in men who drink one to two beers or the equivalent in alcohol
every day.
Beer has even more health benefits. It increases good cholesterol, helps you sleep better, and can even be used—occasionally—as a post-workout recovery drink because of its potassium,
carbohydrates, B vitamins, and water content.
Go ahead and have that beer with dinner, and you can enjoy the beer—without the guilt.
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