Studies have shown that a small intake of
alcohol can slow and even prevent age-related brain disease such as
Alzheimer’s.
But beer has the added benefit of being a
more mentally stimulating drink, according to Dr Philliskirk.
He says: ‘People are more likely to drink
wine alone than beer. Drinking beer has been a social occasion for centuries.’
In addition, many people do not wish to, or
cannot, drink strong alcoholic drinks for health reasons. ‘Beer is more
inclusive because of the low alcohol content yet there is enough in it to have
a relaxing effect,’ adds Dr Philliskirk.
The average beer is between three and 5.5 per
cent alcohol and wine between 11 and 14 per cent.
‘People feel more convivial after a small
amount. Indeed, beer “happy hours” have been trialled at nursing homes in
Germany and the United States. Elderly residents not only made an occasion of
having a drink but engaged in good conversation.’
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