A new study suggests that light to moderate alcohol consumption may lower the risk of heart disease by reducing stress activity in the brain.
The study analyzed the drinking habits of over 50,000 people and found that those who consumed one to two drinks per day had a lower risk of heart attack or stroke compared to those who abstained from alcohol or drank little.
The researchers also conducted brain imaging on 754 individuals and found that light to moderate drinkers had reduced stress signaling in the amygdala, a brain region associated with stress responses.
However, the study also noted that any amount of drinking raises the risk of cancer, and that finding alternative methods to reduce stress is important.
The researchers also conducted brain imaging on 754 individuals and found that light to moderate drinkers had reduced stress signaling in the amygdala, a brain region associated with stress responses.
However, the study also noted that any amount of drinking raises the risk of cancer, and that finding alternative methods to reduce stress is important.