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Beer is one of the most popular alcoholic beverages in the world, with so many types and brands available for the beer lover. From mass-produced beer to the utterly flavourful and aromatic Craft Beer in London, it certainly is the drink of choice for many.

There is this saying that drinking alcohol is bad for your health, but the thing is, what this saying specifically means is that excessive consumption of alcohol is not good for you. On that thought though, many studies have recently shown that not consuming any alcohol at all, could also cause many health problems, and alcohol consumption in moderation is highly recommended for healthy living.

One of the most ideal alcoholic drinks for consumption in moderation is Beer. Beer has many benefits, and a high volume, hence consuming beer on a regular basis may actually do your health a world of good.

What are the benefits of consuming beer (in moderation of course!)?

  • It is nutritious – Beer has a high content of anti-oxidants, just like wine, although they are slightly different to those that are contained in wine. Whichever type it is, antioxidants are good for you as they fight diseases and protect you from them. Beer is also high in Vitamin B Complex, Iron, Calcium, Phosphates and fibre.
  • Prevents heart disease – Moderate consumption of beer has been shown to reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases, as it increases high-density lipoprotein (HDL), or the good cholesterol in the blood. Vitamin B6 which is contained in beer also helps lower certain chemical levels in the body which are risk factors for heart disease.
  • Lowers risk of kidney stones – it has been found that the water and alcohol found in beer both dilutes urine and increases urine flow, and also increases the excretion of calcium with the urine. This reduces the risk of kidney stones from forming.
  • Reduces bad cholesterol – An increased intake of soluble fibres reduces bad cholesterol levels in the blood, as well as keeping blood sugar levels under control.
  • Helps strengthen bones – Beer is rich in silicon content and helps increase bone density and strengthen bones to prevent diseases such as Osteoporosis.
  • Improves memory – Certain properties in beer could improve a moderate beer drinker’s memory according to studies, and may help with the prevention of disease such as Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia.
  • May reduce risk of cancer – A flavonoid contained in Hops, which is one of the main ingredients of beer, contains xanthohumol, which inhibits cancer causing enzymes according to studies, and may reduce the risk of cancer in moderate beer drinkers.
  • Beer does not cause obesity – Contrary to belief that drinking beer gives one a ‘beer belly’, studies have shown that there is little or no connection between drinking beer and obesity.

While these are benefits of drinking regular beer, drinking Craft Beer may have additional benefits, as it is made from hand-picked natural ingredients, where brewers of Craft Beer in London focus mainly on the quality of the product rather than quantity, thus producing only a very small output annually.

What are the additional health benefits you can gain from drinking Craft Beer?

  • Assists with digestion – Craft Beer can help stimulate the gastric juices, and the bitter acids in beer can help reduce indigestion by boosting digestion power.
  • Helps prevent Diabetes – Craft Beer contains all-natural ingredients as opposed to high contents of sugars and preservatives found in mass-produced beer. This reduces the risk of getting Type 2 Diabetes.
  • Helps reduce inflammation – Drinking Craft beer can help with injury recovery as it blocks inflammation during the healing process.

While beer has so many health benefits, drinking Craft Beer can help your health even more. Wondering where to find Craft Beer? Yes, you may not always find it in your regular store or pub due to the limited production of Craft Beer in London. When I want a Craft beer near me, I try searching online.

Craft Beer is a new craze that is taking over the world of beer lovers, and more and more people are beginning to recognise it for its unique and flavourful taste, appearance and aroma, as well as the health benefits that it offers.

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