Even modest drinking is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, study shows - The Washington Post

Despite earlier studies suggesting modest drinking, particularly of red wine, may be good for the heart, recent research shows this perceived health benefit may not be from the alcohol and, in fact, drinking — any amount — is associated with an increased risk…

Research has also linked it to an increased risk of various cancers and reduced brain volume over time. So which is it is moderate drinking good or bad? A team of researchers recently analyzed the … [+5913 chars]

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