Consuming alcohol is one of the best ways to ensure a healthy life. Confused? Well, the condition is that you have consumed in moderate amounts. Alcohol consumption is often portrayed in a bad light because it is harmful when one gets addicted to it and consumes it daily. 

But, if you drink it occasionally and sip in moderation, you will be surprised by the health benefits of alcohol. 

Health Benefits of Alcohol Consumption

Here are some of the amazing benefits of alcohol consumption:

1. Alcohol can help fight colds

According to a study published in the ‘American Journal Of Epidemiology’, it was revealed that red wine consists of some powerful antioxidants that can help in reducing the risk of acquiring cold by a whopping 60 percent. Be that as it may, this should not be considered as a green card for you to chuck down an entire bottle. Just sip some amount of it in moderate proportion and you will see the effects within no time.

2. Helps in soothing sore muscles

According to a study published in the ‘International Journal Of Kinesiology & Sports Science’, it was revealed that alcohol, be it wine or bourbon can help you soothe your muscles when they are sore.

3. Helps in protecting your brain

As per a study published in ‘The Journal Of Agricultural and Food Chemistry’ in 2015, xanthohumol was reportedly found in beer. This compound is known to hinder the progress of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. Hence, consuming alcohol, especially beer, helps in protecting the brain from damage.

4. Escalates your weight loss process

Moderate alcohol consumption has ensured significant weight loss and ensured the health of your body. According to a study published in the Oregon State University, it was revealed that red wine can help in managing obesity and cure a fatty liver. 

This is only possible because red wine contains a chemical called ellagic acid which prevents the growth of fat cells and thereby, reducing the metabolic processes of fatty acids in the body especially in the liver. Further, if you consume alcohol in moderate proportion, you are more likely to be active and exercise than people who don’t consume at all or consume too much. 

When it comes to losing weight by consuming alcohol, white wine is the healthiest alcohol to drink. According to a study published in the ‘Drugs Under Experimental And Clinical Research’ journal, it was discovered that the phenols found in white wine have an increased proportion of antioxidants in them than red wine. This makes white wine a perfect fit for losing weight and helps you fit into those jeans that you have been trying to for ages. 

5. Moderate alcohol consumption improves sexual functions in men

The risk of acquiring erectile dysfunction often increases with the advancement of age in men. However, a study published by the scientists at the University Of Western Australia revealed that men who drink wine have a lesser risk of suffering from erectile dysfunction than people who do not.  

Wine contains powerful antioxidants which often stimulate the production of nitric oxide in the blood. Consequently, not only the sexual function in men is improved but it also increases the libido as blood flows all over the body, which creates sexual enticement.

6. Helps in boosting your memory

Have you ever wondered why you or other people often start sharing stories that are way in the past after chucking down two or more wine glasses? Not to mention, the embarrassment that the person will have to face the next day. Anyways, this trip down memory lane is possible because wine contains resveratrol which can hone your memory and improve cognitive function. 

7. Alcohol consumption ensures longevity

Guess what? The resveratrol found in wine does not only ensure improved memory but also ensures longevity. This means that sipping a glass of wine every evening with your partner can make you and your partner live a long and healthy life. 

8. Aids to strengthen your bones

Beer contains a high proportion of silicon which helps in increasing bone density in individuals according to a study. If you consume beer moderately, that is approximately one or two glasses every day, you will see the effects of it on your bones soon enough. 

8. Helps in proper blood circulation throughout the body

Many are quite unaware of this, but beer is a huge repository of B vitamins such as riboflavin and thiamin. Not only that, but it also contains a high proportion of magnesium and calcium. Certain dark beers have high iron content which helps insufficient blood and oxygen circulation throughout the body.

9. Red wine helps in protecting your heart

Red wine is probably one of the healthiest alcohols to drink. Apart from aiding in the weight loss process, ensuring longevity, and improving the health of your bones, red wine is also known to protect the health of your heart if consumed in moderate proportion. 

If you do not have any sort of comorbidities, moderate alcohol consumption can help you reduce the risk of acquiring a heart attack or a stroke by 25 to 40 percent. Not only that, but if you consume small amounts of alcohol, you can be successful in raising your good cholesterol levels of HDL in your body. However, if you overdo it, you are making yourself prone to heart disease.  

Red wine contains high content of antioxidants, resveratrol content, and anti-inflammatory properties which make it one of the best alcohols to sip in the evening.

10. Reduces the risk of acquiring kidney stones

This is one of the most surprising health benefits of alcohol when consumed moderately. People who consume fewer amounts of alcohol are 41 percent less likely to suffer from kidney stones than the ones who don’t or consume too much. One of the major reasons behind this is that when you consume alcohol you are more likely to pee; its mechanism is similar to when you drink coffee or tea.

However, if you overdo your consumption of alcohol, you will get yourself dehydrated and increase the risk of acquiring kidney stones and other health problems. 

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