Among them, drinking beer in moderation may positively influencecholesterollevels in your blood.
This article explores the effects beer has on cholesterol levels and whether the benefits outweigh the risks.
With that said, the increase in HDL levels wasnotassociated with a decline in LDL levels.
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There was also no decrease intriglycerides(another blood lipid closely linked to heart disease).
A 2020 review of studies inPLoS Oneconfirmed these findings.
The same study suggested that beer may do more than just prevent the stiffening of arteries.
Weighing the Benefits and Risks
Beer is one of the most popular alcoholic beverages in the world.
Summary
The evidence is uncertain as to whether beer is beneficial to your heart health.
The bottom line is that the risks of drinking alcohol far outweigh any potential benefits.
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