5 Health Benefits of Beer
4. Healthier kidneys
Beer consists of water, starch source and alcohol. The high water content in beer helps to keep kidneys in proper working order. Dehydration increases risks of kidney stones. However, beer should be consumed in moderation to achieve full benefits of water. Over consumption may lead to leeching of calcium from malted hops, which may be harmful for kidneys.
5. Stress reduction
The main purpose of drinking beer is to achieve relaxation. The mild alcohol content helps to reduce stress and acts as an intoxicant. In the event of high work and life pressure, one should consume beer in moderate quantity in order to relax at least temporarily.
The above points do not mean that heavy beer drinking will help. In contrast, drinking more than 35 drinks per week can lead to liver damage, pancreatic diseases and some types of cancers. One should always stick to moderate drinking of one beer per day to enjoy the full benefits of this marvelous drink.
