There is good news for drinkers as study shows that alcohol can protect against heart disease. The study showed that moderate drinkers have reduced the risk heart disease by fourteen to twenty-five percent, in comparison to those who never drunk alcohol. For many years, various studies have recommended that drinking alcohol in moderation has some health benefits.
The experts are not clear how alcohol intake protects heart with one theory is that it helps the body to metabolize glucose more effectively plus diminish blood clotting. Wine contains high levels of antioxidants constituents known as flavnols which are good for blood circulation and increases the levels of good cholesterol in the blood.
The research team from the University of Calgary after analyzing eighty-four studies found that people taking one drink a day had a lowest risk of death from heart disease. According to team leader Prof William Ghali, it was the most advance and inclusive review up till now. Another comprehensive review of sixty-three studies found that moderate drinking was good for health.
The study co-author Dr Susan Brien from the University of Calgary, stated that the finding strengthen the squabble that there is a contributory association between drinking and condensed heart disease. Up to one drink or 15g of alcohol a day for women is included in moderate drinking and up to two drinks or 30g of alcohol a day for men.
A balance is needed to be found between the two differing public health messages that drinking large amounts is bad for you, while moderate drinking has health benefits. According to Cathy Ross, senior cardiac nurse from the British Heart Foundation this analysis of earlier studies supports what they already know about moderate drinking reducing risk of cardiovascular disease.
But drinking more than levelheaded amounts of alcohol does not offer any protection and can cause high blood pressure, stroke, some cancers and damage to our heart. If you do not drink, this is not a reason to start. Analogous results can be attained by being physically active and eating a balanced and healthy diet, added Ross.