We all know Beer is good... but could it be good for you too?!

Everyone's looking for another excuse to drink. Well I've got one for yah!

Beer consumption has been found to protect against heart disease and lover the risk of hypertension (high blood pressure) with MODERATE CONSUMPTION.

Moderate consumption= ONE BEER A DAY for females and UP TO TWO for males.

All beers are not created equal though. The benefits come from natural antioxidants called phenols. Ales and lagers (dark beers) have the highest phenol concentration.

MORE PHENOL= MORE HEART PROTECTION

There has to be a catch right?
These same types of beers are slightly higher in alcohol content then lighter brews.... that seems more like a positive doesn't it?!? haha Well unfortunately it's not. You must drink in moderation to reap the benefits.

Here is a list of 10 healthier choices:
Yuengling-  3.8 % alcohol, 99 calories
New Planet- GLUTEN FREE!!!! 5% alcohol, 160 calories
Abita Purple Haze- 4.2% alcohol, 145 calories
Left Hand Good Juju- 4.5% alcohol, 131 calories
Guinness Draught- 4% alcohol, 126 calories
Sam Adams Light Lager- 4% alcohol, 119 calories
New Belgium Blue Paddle- 4.8% alcohol, 145 calories
Stone/Ishii/Baird Japanese Green Tea IPA- 9.2% alcohol, 276 calories
Butte Creek Organic India Pale Ale- 6.4% alcohol, 201 calories
Sierra Nevada Pale Ale0 5.6% alcohol, 175 calories

Cheers,
fitgirl