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Beer linked to higher heart attack risk in 30-year Swedish study, while overall drinking tied to longer survival
health14 days ago

Beer linked to higher heart attack risk in 30-year Swedish study, while overall drinking tied to longer survival

A 30-year prospective study of 973 middle-aged Swedish male automotive workers finds that while higher total alcohol intake is associated with longer time to death and lower all-cause mortality, beer consumption is linked to higher odds of myocardial infarction and an earlier MI event; wine showed no significant association with MI, and no clear link to stroke. The study is observational with self-reported data and cohort-specific factors, so it cannot establish causation. Results should be interpreted cautiously, and larger, more diverse studies are needed.

via news-medical.net|
#alcohol#beer#health
Wine may be linked to lower death risk, unlike beer and spirits, in UK study
health15 days ago

Wine may be linked to lower death risk, unlike beer and spirits, in UK study

A UK Biobank analysis of 340,924 participants (2006–2022) found moderate wine intake associated with lower all-cause and cardiovascular mortality, while equivalent amounts of beer or spirits tied to higher death risk; high consumption raised mortality overall (24% higher all-cause, 36% cancer, 14% cardiovascular death). However, as an observational study, results could be influenced by lifestyle and dietary factors, so findings should be interpreted cautiously and not generalized—experts say more randomized research is needed and guidance should be individualized.

via Fox News|
#alcohol#health#longevity
Wine Linked to Lower Cardiovascular Death in Large Alcohol Study
health-and-medicine19 days ago

Wine Linked to Lower Cardiovascular Death in Large Alcohol Study

A UK Biobank study of 340k adults over ~13 years finds heavy drinking raises death risk for all beverages, but at low to moderate levels wine is linked to a 21% lower risk of cardiovascular death, while beer, cider, and spirits are linked to about 9% higher cardiovascular death risk; authors caution observational design and lifestyle confounds, suggesting beverage type matters alongside amount.

via ScienceDaily|
#alcohol#cardiovascular-disease#health-and-medicine
US Achieves Historic Feat at 2026 Decanter World Wine Awards, Texas Wineries Shine
world2 months ago

US Achieves Historic Feat at 2026 Decanter World Wine Awards, Texas Wineries Shine

France led the Decanter World Wine Awards 2026 with 254 top-tier medals, but the United States delivered its strongest showing ever, highlighted by Texas wines earning the state’s first Gold medals and the nation capturing two Best in Show, five Platinum and 32 Gold medals. The UK topped Best in Show for sparkling wine, Essex Pinot Noir drew buzz as a potential next big thing, and other nations including Italy, Spain, Germany and Austria posted record tallies. The competition drew more than 17,000 wines from 58 countries, judged by 245 experts in London over two weeks, with Best in Show winners including Clos du Val’s Yettalil (California) and Domaine Serene’s Aspect (Oregon).

via CNN|
#best-in-show#decanter-world-wine-awards#france
US Shines at 2026 Decanter World Wine Awards, Texas Wins Gold Highlights
world2 months ago

US Shines at 2026 Decanter World Wine Awards, Texas Wins Gold Highlights

France led Decanter World Wine Awards 2026 with 254 top-tier medals, while the United States delivered its strongest showing ever—two Best in Show, five Platinum and 32 Gold medals, including Texas earning its first Golds. The UK grabbed a Best in Show for sparkling wine, Essex Pinot Noir emerged as a potential next big thing, and the standout Best in Show wines were Clos du Val’s Yettalil (California) and Domaine Serene’s Aspect (Oregon).

via CNN|
#best-in-show#decanter-world-wine-awards#texas
Wine Linked to Lower Mortality Than Spirits or Beer at Light-to-Moderate Drinking
health3 months ago

Wine Linked to Lower Mortality Than Spirits or Beer at Light-to-Moderate Drinking

In a 13-year study of 340,924 UK Biobank participants, low to moderate wine intake was associated with lower mortality risk than spirits, beer, or cider, including a 21% lower risk of cardiovascular death for moderate wine drinkers; even modest intake of spirits, beer, or cider linked to higher cardiovascular mortality. Heavy drinking raised death risk across beverage types. The findings may reflect wine’s polyphenols and healthier drinking patterns, but the study is observational and could be influenced by lifestyle factors, so randomized trials are needed for confirmation.

via SciTechDaily|
#alcohol#cardiovascular-disease#health
Wine Every Day: Experts Say It’s Not a Health Hack
health4 months ago

Wine Every Day: Experts Say It’s Not a Health Hack

Health experts say drinking wine daily isn’t a health strategy: while wine contains polyphenols, there’s no proven heart benefit and all alcohol carries cancer risk; the CDC defines moderate drinking as up to two drinks a day for men and one for women (5-ounce servings), but no safe amount has been established and even small intakes can raise breast cancer risk in women. If you enjoy wine, limit consumption and consider getting polyphenols from whole grapes instead, since less is generally better for health.

via AOL.com|
#alcohol#cancer-risk#health
Moderate Wine Intake Linked to Lower Heart-Death Risk, UK Study Finds
health5 months ago

Moderate Wine Intake Linked to Lower Heart-Death Risk, UK Study Finds

A UK Biobank study of 340,924 adults (2006–2022) found that moderate wine drinkers have about a 21% lower risk of dying from heart disease than non-drinkers, while light beer, cider, or liquor showed no such benefit and may increase heart-disease mortality with some consumption. Heavy drinking raised risks across all-cause mortality (24%), cancer (36%), and heart disease (14%). Possible explanations include compounds in red wine and the tendency to drink with meals, but limitations include self-reported intake and a healthier study population, limiting generalizability. The findings suggest beverage type and lifestyle factors influence alcohol-related health risks more than amount alone.

via New York Post|
#alcohol#health#heart-disease
Wine linked to lower heart risk than other drinks in a large study
health5 months ago

Wine linked to lower heart risk than other drinks in a large study

A UK Biobank analysis of more than 340,000 adults followed for about 13 years finds that moderate wine consumption is associated with a 21% lower risk of cardiovascular death, while low intake of beer, cider or spirits shows roughly 9% higher mortality; heavy drinking increases risk across the board. The authors caution that the study is observational and lifestyle factors may influence results, and randomized trials are needed for clearer cause-and-effect conclusions.

via Euronews.com|
#alcohol#cardiovascular#health
Moderate Wine Might Benefit Heart Health More Than Other Drinks
health5 months ago

Moderate Wine Might Benefit Heart Health More Than Other Drinks

A UK Biobank analysis of over 340,000 adults found that while high alcohol intake raises risks of death from all causes, cancer, and heart disease, moderate wine consumption is linked to a 21% lower risk of cardiovascular death compared with never/rare drinkers. Researchers suggest polyphenols and antioxidants in wine, plus the healthier meals often paired with wine and other lifestyle factors, could explain the benefit, though causality isn’t proven and drinking type and patterns matter.

via Nautilus | Science Connected|
#alcohol#cardiovascular#health