Beer every day: the secret to health or the silent killer?

Beer is more than refreshment - it is part of the rituals and a daily habit. But what if you drink it every day? Is that okay, or is it trouble?

Moderate beer consumption can reduce the risk of heart disease thanks to alcohol and antioxidants from hops.

Beer contains polyphenols and fibre, which improve the gut microbiome. Moderate consumption increases bacterial diversity.

Beer contains B vitamins and minerals such as magnesium, potassium and phosphorus. Not a multivitamin, but a better excuse for one?

Beer is rich in silicon, which promotes bone health and collagen formation. Barley beers have the most of it.

Daily beer can reduce the risk of kidney stones by 40%. But more beer increases other risks.

Alcohol disrupts the REM phase of sleep, even at low doses. A beer in the evening can be relaxing, but also a night trap.

Excessive beer consumption increases the risk of liver, pancreatic and colon cancer. The body remembers that.

The CDC recommends that men have a maximum of 2 drinks a day, women 1. The WHO advises ideally no alcohol. Even one a day can have long-term consequences.

Moderate beer consumption can have a positive effect on health if accompanied by a healthy diet, exercise and sleep.

A small beer can be part of a healthy regime if it is part of a balanced lifestyle. A 2023 study found that an occasional beer reduces the risk of disease.