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10 health benefits of beer that you did not imagine
An ancient drink that is fashionable in the XNUMXst century
Basically made with water, barley and hops, beer has become a highly consumed drink in Spain, either to accompany meals or simply to drink it cold and enjoy its bitter and characteristic flavor.
However, very few know the benefits that this millenary alcoholic drink brings to health and the body. Let’s get to know them!
- Protect the heart
One of the great benefits of beer is that it helps prevent cardiovascular disease. In this case, its moderate consumption allows raising the levels of “good cholesterol” such as HDL, keeping the arteries of the heart clean and suitable for blood circulation. Likewise, the natural antioxidants it contains protect the general functioning of this organ, reducing cardiovascular diseases by up to 40%.
- Stronger bones
Beer prevents bone wear, since one of its main ingredients is silicon, which favors an increase in bone density and as a consequence, contributes to reducing the risk of fractures and osteoporosis. However, its consumption should be moderate because, if not, it would rather have the opposite effect.
- Healthy kidneys
Thanks to the diuretic effects of beer, it helps reduce the appearance of kidney stones by up to 40%, since the kidney remains in constant activity, which does not allow these stones or “stones” to form.
- Active brain
According to studies carried out, the minerals magnesium, phosphorus and silicon contained in beer are considered to protect the brain from neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s. Likewise, it prevents strokes, since it does not allow blood clots to form that block the arteries of the brain.
- Provides vitamins
A beer provides vitamins of group B, especially B6 and the recommended B12 that contributes to the regeneration of cells, the brain and the functioning of the nervous system.
- Control high blood pressure
Beer being a drink with a low sodium index, its consumption is beneficial for people who suffer from high blood pressure, in addition, it is also indicated to prevent the disease in those people who have not developed it yet.
- Prevents from diabetes
Recent studies have shown that alcohol consumption helps increase insulin sensitivity which allows diabetes control. In addition, its ingredients such as polyphenolic compounds, fiber and minerals also help prevent this disease.
- Helps with menopausal symptoms
Thanks to its components, it contributes to the reduction of the symptoms of menopause, and also can even help to delay it, due to the natural phytoestrogens that its consumption provides.
- Slows aging
In addition to directly contributing to the prevention of brain and heart diseases, among others, beer, thanks to its natural antioxidants, slows the aging and oxidation of the body’s cells.
- Strengthens the immune system
Drinking beer helps to strengthen the immune system, making it stronger, thus generating a positive response to organisms that cause infectious diseases.
To conclude, consuming beer is very beneficial, both for health and for the pleasure of your palate, in fact it has already been shown that, even for those who practice sports, it is advisable to have a beer after exercising to reduce pain muscular.
However, like everything, its consumption should be done in moderation.