Why beer is one of the healthiest alcoholic drinks available no excuse

wanderer


Joined: 05/02/2009
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Message Posted:
21/06/2010 15:58

The healthy properties of beer when consumed in moderation are not well understood, according to a new report.

The drink is a rich source of vitamins, fibre, minerals and antioxidants and has a relatively low calorific value compared with many other alcoholic beverages, the study says.

The report, commissioned by The Beer Academy, which aims to help people enjoy beer sensibly, found that when drunk in moderation, beer is one of the healthiest alcoholic drinks available.





Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-1288235/Why-beer-healthiest-alcoholic-drinks-available.html#ixzz0rUZ9HdYK

nurseawful



Joined: 06/02/2009
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Message Posted:
21/06/2010 16:04

The key words there are "drunk in moderation" same with red wine good for you by the glass and not the bottle!!!



I hate beer or any description but suppose I could take a spoonful if prescribed.



Chris

wanderer


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Message Posted:
21/06/2010 16:06

Dear Nurse I prescribe 1 Effes a day for you

Dr Bob

proger1



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Message Posted:
21/06/2010 16:09

Chris, in your professional opinion is a barrel a day a little more than moderate, I only ask because I don't want to cut down unless I have too?

sloan



Joined: 24/02/2009
Posts: 808

Message Posted:
21/06/2010 16:12

The bit i don't like is 'commissioned by the Beer Academy'. I have recently read a report on longevity which encourages the eating of nuts commissioned by the Tree Nut Council and one that recommends the drinking of tea, recommended by (yes, you've guessed it!) the Tea Council. Some independent research from bodies without a vested interest might cut more ice.

wanderer


Joined: 05/02/2009
Posts: 1653

Message Posted:
21/06/2010 16:29

Sloan there is funding from the tobacco lobby behind the scenes

Only having fun without the aid of beer

rocky


Joined: 17/10/2007
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Message Posted:
21/06/2010 16:50

beer is said to contain female hormones so I now understand why after 8 bottles I talk dribble and cant drive

nurseawful



Joined: 06/02/2009
Posts: 5934

Message Posted:
21/06/2010 17:17

Dear Dr. Bob (message3)



Can you change the prescription as I hate the bloody stuff. Thank you





Proger 1 A barrel at a time will give you a beer belly so stop now while you can still fly home here to NC.



Chris



p.s. Rocky be very very careful what you say on here about female hormones as they have a tendency to erupt at times!!

wanderer


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Message Posted:
21/06/2010 18:16

Dear Chris I have taken a second opinion from Dr Robert and he says a little of what you fancy will do you good enjoy

nurseawful



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Message Posted:
21/06/2010 22:01

Dear Dr. Bob,



Thank Dr Robert for me. He is a very wise man.



Chris

Blackbird



Joined: 11/08/2009
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Message Posted:
21/06/2010 22:17

Thanks wanderer for this vital information - it's something I have thought was the case for a very long time - now you have confirmed it.

Hic.....