Reduce Stress,
Anxiety and Tension – Moderate amount of alcohol will help in reducing stress and tension. It
will give you comfort and pleasant feeling. Moderate drinking will help the
drinker in getting more sleep and relaxation.
A Longer Life – Studies have proved that moderate drinkers live
longer than non drinkers. But remember this study is limited to moderate
drinkers only.
Increased
Cardiovascular Health - The risk of developing coronary artery disease is significantly lowered
in conjunction with moderate consumption of alcohol. Another link between
alcohol and cardiovascular health shows that moderate consumption of alcohol
has a positive correlation with survivability in the event of a heart attack.
Those who drink low levels of alcohol are more likely to live and less likely
to experience another heart attack.
Decreased Risk for
Type 2 Diabetes – Consumption of
alcohol in large quantities has been proven to put drinkers at a higher risk
for developing type 2 diabetes, some studies show that drinking in moderation
might have the opposite effect. The relationship between alcohol and type 2
diabetes is the focus of a great number of ongoing studies. However, findings
show that moderate drinkers are less likely to develop type 2 diabetes than heavy
drinkers.
Gaining Weight – Moderate drinking also helps in gaining weight
for those who require it. Drinking increase your diet capacity for a short
time. Below are count of calories you intake with each drink:
·
1 can (12 oz) Beer - 135-145 calories
·
1 can (12 oz) Light Beer - 101 calories
·
1 glass (3.5 oz) Red or White Wine - 70-75 calories
·
1 shot (1.5 oz) Gin, rum, vodka or whiskey - 97 calories
·
1 glass (6 oz) Cosmopolitan - 143 calories
·
1 glass (4.5 oz) Pina colada - 262 calories
·
1 glass (2.2 oz) Martini - 135 calories
Keeps you in good
mood – Moderate drinker
feels comfort, pleasant and relief from stress. He enjoys it and keeps himself
happy.
Gives you a extra
boost / kick – Moderate drinking
can provide the extra boost / kick required to do the task, like thinking
innovative, proposing to girl friend, thinking out of the box, speaking your
mind out or doing something which you couldn’t do it early. But always
remember, anything you do out of limits will have its own consequences. SO ALWAYS BE IN YOUR LIMITS AND ENJOY.
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