For decades, studies suggested that moderate alcohol intake could protect the heart, reduce diabetes risk, or even help you live longer. Newer research tells a different story.
Supposedly most of the benefit alcohol brings is in fact the idea that it helps people spend more time socializing, which has enormous benefits. A little poison for a lot of community can be a good trade.
Long term you’re probably more stressed. It helps in the moment, but you’ll be more stressed and anxious when you’re not drinking, plus it raises your blood pressure, so if you’re worried about a stress induced cardiovascular event, alcoholism probably making it worse.
What if moderate drinking keeps my stress levels lower, is it healthier then?
Supposedly most of the benefit alcohol brings is in fact the idea that it helps people spend more time socializing, which has enormous benefits. A little poison for a lot of community can be a good trade.
Long term you’re probably more stressed. It helps in the moment, but you’ll be more stressed and anxious when you’re not drinking, plus it raises your blood pressure, so if you’re worried about a stress induced cardiovascular event, alcoholism probably making it worse.