Drinking alcohol is injurious to health. But only in large/excessive proportions. In fact, moderate drinking (without getting drunk) of good & fine alcohol, a few times a week along with nutritious food, is beneficial & good for general health/longevity. Here are the 7 alcoholic drinks that are secretly keeping you healthy & going strong.
An Irish man once said, “What whisky will not cure, there is no cure for.” What’s even more surprising is that in the 1920s, whisky was considered medicine and sold in pharmacies as a tonic. A study conducted by the American Journal of Critical Nutrition has found that alcohol can help in preventing obesity as one of the most popular benefits of whisky is weight loss. Drinking a small glass of whisky can help in calming your nerves and reducing anxiety.
The biggest advantage of whisky is that it prevents ischemic attack, which is caused when a blood clot occurs. Whisky allows free circulation of blood in the body, thereby helping the heart pump blood without any problem. One of the prime benefits of whisky is that it inhibits the growth of cancerous cells in our bodies. The ellagic acid present in whisky is known to combat free radical cells and even prevent them from re-growing and can help in controlling the amount of glucose released from the liver. This keeps your sugar levels in check. Whisky is known to reduce your chances of developing Alzheimer’s and any other memory-related problems.
Whisky helps numb throat pain when it is gargled in a mixture of warm water. It helps in preventing dementia. Whiskey is believed to be one of the healthiest drinks (when consumed in moderation) among all alcoholic drinks. Rum is the first branded spirit to come into existence, well, you heard it right. The oldest dated rum bottle was the Vieux Rhum Anglais found in 1830. When consumed in moderation, rum not only helps to relieve stress but also stabilizes blood pressure levels.
Brandy is an alcoholic drink that is full of healthy antioxidants. It has anti-aging properties, hence is very good for the skin. Brandy also reduces the level of bad cholesterol in the body and also helps in the treatment of bladder and ovarian cancer. Brandy has antibacterial components and its high proportion of alcohol helps to get rid of the cold, throat pain, and coughing in no time. The perfect pairing of its warm nature and relaxing quality made it a trusted source to boost the immune system for hundreds of years.The polyphenolic compounds present in brandy help to reduce inflammation in the arteries. It also lowers blood pressure and prevents other cardiovascular problems and because of its soothing and relaxing qualities, it induces a person to a sound sleep.
Vodka (in moderate quantity) helps in clearing bad breath as the high alcohol content kills all bad odor bacteria present. It also helps to reduce stress and disinfect wounds externally. It improves the health of the skin and stimulates hair growth on the scalp. Toothache is also another issue that Vodka can give relief.
This is why consume a small or moderate amount and make sure to never give in to addiction to lead a happy and healthy life.
