Do You Think Beer Prevents Kidney Stones?

Yes, here are the few reasons that beer can be healthy, if taken in the right amount and quantity.  In comparison to other alcoholic beverages, beer is relatively healthier for your kidneys. As a matter of fact, studies show that a bottle of beer can actually reduce the risk of acquiring kidney stones by up to 40%. Fiber, as we all know, plays a vital role in digestion. The presence of up to one gram of soluble fiber in just a 30 ml glass of beer (dark beer, in particular) makes the beverage very beneficial for digestion. Fiber present in beer can also help reduce the level of LDL cholesterol (a harmful proponent of cholesterol).

It has been proved that beer is a rich source of various B vitamins like vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B6 and vitamin B12. The presence of both nicotinic acid and Lactoflavin in beer makes it an effective cure for insomnia. Beer is also helpful in the prevention of blood clots. The presence of high levels of silicon in beer is responsible for bestowing a stronger bone density. Studies have concluded that beer can also reduce the risk of suffering a heart attack.

Unlike their non-drinking counterparts, beer drinkers are less vulnerable of experiencing dementia or Alzheimer's disease.  Because of the presence of certain vitamins, beer has a ton healthy nourishing benefits for the skin. Beer is also useful in fighting against stress.

Men should drink no more than 14 units of Beer per week, these units should be spread out through the week and they should have at least two alcohol-free days a week. Women should drink no more than 14 units of Beer per week, these units should be spread out through the week and they should have at least two alcohol-free days a week. Pregnant women or women trying to conceive should not drink alcohol at all. If they do choose to drink, to minimise the risk to the baby, they should not drink more than 1-2 units of beer once or twice a week and should not get drunk.

Despite the above people with increased Triglyceride, Uric Acid should be restricted for consumption of alcohol. People with fatty liver patient with other medication for hypertension, etc. also should refrain from drinking.