Beer is one of the oldest and most widely consumed alcoholic beverages in the world, and the third most popular drink overall only preceded by water and tea. Beer is brewed from cereal grains—most commonly from malted barley, though wheat, maize (corn), and rice are also used.
Researcher said beer along with a balanced diet can be amazing for the body.
Despite having alcohol content beer helps in fighting coronary diseases, aids the digestive system, have anti-aging properties. It also prevents diabetes, gallstones, kidney stones, osteoporosis, hypertension and expands lifespan.
Here are some benefits drinking of beer:
Keeps heart healthy: Normally people have wrong perception about alcohol. Limited consumption of any kind of liquor is associated with lower rates of cardiovascular problems. Beer has fibrinogen which helps to reduce blood clotting.
No kidney stones: Beer is rich in potassium and magnesium, which reduces risk of kidney stones. Presence of silicon protects body against osteoporosis.
Strong bones: Beer has soluble form of dietary silicon which aids in attaining healthy bones.
Low cancer risk: Another benefit of drinking beer is that it has a very high level of antioxidants and flavanoids. They reduce cancer risk, especially prostate cancer for men.
Delay in aging: Beer increases functions of vitamin E which is a antioxidant in the body. It plays important part while maintaining of healthy skin, while also slowing down the aging process.
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