Easy Health Tip #24: Have A Beer
It tastes so good when it hits my lips!
The key word in that title up there at the top is “A”. Drinking beer in moderation (one or two a day depending on your weight) has been shown to reduce the risk of stroke and coronary heart disease. Beer has a lot going for it as far as preventing these ailments.
- Increases the amount of “good” cholesterol in your bloodstream.
- Decreases the chance of blood clots.
- Contains vitamin B6. This helps to prevent build-up of an amino acid called homocysteine that is linked to heart disease.
- It relaxes you, relieving stress, which is a big-time contributor to heart problems.
I’ll say it once again: the key is moderation. Check here for an excellent point-counter-point on the whole subject of beer benefits and drawbacks.
Oh, and by-the-by, that picture is of a Boulevard Brewing Company Unfiltered Wheat. It’s brewed here in Kansas City, and that variety along with their Dry Stout, is the best beer I’ve ever had the pleasure of drinking. Click the pic to check it out.
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2 opinions for Easy Health Tip #24: Have A Beer
keister
Dec 9, 2006 at 6:35 pm
This post is strictly for Tommy right?
Wade
Dec 9, 2006 at 9:26 pm
How dare you speak of Senator Todd like that…
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