…and not just 1, but 10 if you please! Studies show that the moderate consumption of beer (1-2 a day) actually reduces you chances of developing heart disease and osteoporosis and helps prevent diabetes and dementia. Don’t forget that moderate consumption is different for men and women: 340g for women and 680g for men. Now, let’s check out 10 health benefits of beer.

-It contains large amounts of silicone, which helps keep our bones strong.

-Moderate consumption of beer (1-2 glasses per day) actually strengthens our heart and reduces our chances for heart attacks by increasing our so-called “good cholesterol” (HDL).

-Beer contains a great deal of water, which helps with kidney function and reduces the danger of developing of kidney stones.

-Consuming small amounts of beer on a daily basis helps improve mental health.

-Beer contains about the same amount of antioxidants as wine.

-Beer contains vitamin B12, folic acid, and twice the amount of vitamin B6 as wine.

-Moderate beer consumption prevents the formation of blood clots.

-Consuming 2 glasses of beer per day reduces your chances of developing type 2 diabetes by 25%.

-Beer lowers your blood pressure, among other things.

-Consumption of beer in moderation lessens the likelihood of such well-known causes of death as cancer and heart attack.