Notice: Trying to access array offset on value of type bool in /home/etta18/public_html/wp-content/themes/medicare/single.php on line 134

Could there be Benefits of Alcohol to the Brain?

August 6, 2019 by Etta-Atlantic
Alcoholic beverages
Alcoholic beverages

It is common knowledge that prolonged intake of excessive amount of alcohol has adverse effects on various organ systems of the body including the brain, heart, liver and kidneys. This has been sufficiently proven by research and observations. There is, however, less research on the benefits of alcohol consumption particularly to the brain.
While low levels of alcohol consumption have been demonstrated to have some positive effects on the heart and overall cardiovascular system, a new study conducted in mice has shown that it could also be beneficial to the brain.
The study observed the effects of both high and low levels of alcohol consumption in mice over a long period of time. Over time, high levels of alcohol consumption demonstrated signs of inflammation in the brain, in addition to reduced cognitive function and motor skills. On the other hand, low levels of alcohol consumption pointed to less inflammation and increased waste/toxin removal in the brain compared to those with no alcohol intake.


Analogous to the low level of alcohol consumption in this study is approximately 2 and a half drinks of alcohol per day in humans. This is equivalent to 2 small bottles/1 large bottle of beer, 2 glasses of wine or 2 shots of distilled liquor (spirit). When people drink above this limit, and this is common, they put themselves at risk for adverse effects, which not only negatively affects the brain but also affects other organ systems of the body. Moderation is key. Poorly processed/locally made alcoholic beverages are completely out of the question here as these can be lethal even at small doses.
While we await further researches on the positive effects of alcohol consumption, it is clear that there could be more benefits of alcohol that we know.

Source: MDLinx (Low doses of alcohol may help clean the brain)

Etta Atlantic Memorial Hospital Logo

22 Abioro Street, Ikate
Lekki, Lagos State
Nigeria

Call us now if you are in a medical emergency need, we will reply swiftly and provide you with a medical aid.


08083734008

hello@ettaatlantic.com


Visit us on social networks:

Etta Atlantic Memorial Hospital Logo

22 Abioro Street, Ikate
Lekki, Lagos State
Nigeria

Call us now if you are in a medical emergency need, we will reply swiftly and provide you with a medical aid.


08083734008

hello@ettaatlantic.com


Visit us on social networks:

© 2024 Etta-Atlantic Memorial Hospital | All rights reserved.

book an appointment
WeCreativez WhatsApp Support
Our healthcare team is here to answer your questions.
Hello 👋, how can I help you today?