Cutting back on the booze could help heavy drinkers avoid major cardiac issues
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Men who drink more than four drinks a day or more than 14 drinks per week, and women who drink more than three drinks per day or more than seven drinks per week could help lower their risk of major heart issues and strokes by cutting back on the booze, according to Korean research. The study found that reducing alcohol consumption from these high levels to more mild or moderate levels was associated with a 23% lower risk of major cardiovascular issues including heart attacks, angina, stroke or death.
Journal/conference: JAMA Network Open
Link to research (DOI): 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2024.4013
Organisation/s: Korea University College of Medicine, Chungbuk National University College of Medicine
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