"Don’t be afraid to knock back a cold one. Beer actually has a number of surprising health benefits.
Despite beer’s bad reputation, it contains numerous natural antioxidants and vitamins that can help prevent heart disease and rebuild muscle. It also has one of the highest energy contents of any food or drink. Of course, this means you need to set limits: one beer gets you going, four makes you fat.
For those concerned about dehydration, keep in mind that beer is 93 percent water. According to a Spanish study, beer may actually provide better hydration than H2O alone when you’re sweating under the sun.
Dark beers tend to have the most antioxidants, which help reverse cellular damage that occurs naturally in the body. A recent study has also found that dark beer has higher iron content, which is essential for producing red blood cells as well as for muscle and brain function.
Another thing to keep in mind is that microbrews are typically healthier than mass-produced cans, because they have more hops. Hops contain polyphenols, which help lower cholesterol, fight cancer and kill viruses."
-Dr. Manny
Guess we don't have to feel guilty about having a beer this weekend! I will drink to that!
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