Why Being A beer Snob is Good for Your Health

I’d like to think that I live an overall healthy lifestyle. I eat a well-rounded diet, try to get my steps in, practice yoga, and make a conscious effort to take care of myself. But when I tell people I love craft beer, I often get a confused glance as a response…

​Here’s some of craft beer’s many health benefits:  ​

1. Antioxidants – Hops may be the key to life. The New England Journal of Medicine found that a chemical called xanthohumol (found ONLY in hops) is a powerhouse. It’s even been investigated for cancer and Alzheimer’s treatment. If that doesn’t encourage you to pick up an IPA over a domestic I have no idea what would.

2. Heart Health – A study by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism reported a 20-40% decrease in coronary artery disease in those that were moderate alcohol drinkers. Multiple studies have also shown that alcohol consumption raises your HDL (good cholesterol) and decreases your LDL (bad cholesterol).

3. Prevent Kidney Stones – The Journal of Epidemiology reported a 40% decrease in kidney stones among BEER DRINKERS specifically. Beer does start with water, and the fluid hydration may be the critical factor since this finding was only noted solely in beer drinkers. Take that Chardonnay.