Moderate drinking can reduce risks of Alzheimer's dementia and cognitive decline

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Moderate drinking can reduce risks of Alzheimer's dementia and cognitive decline

A review of post-1990 studies linking alcohol consumption to Alzheimers seems to show, more than half of the studies, that moderate alcohol consumption is linked to a reduced risk of dementia. Moderate consumption is defined as 1 drink or less per day for women and 1-2 drinks or less per day in men. On a related note, an Oxford study linked consumption of flavonoids found in wine, chocolate and tea with enhanced cognitive performance. Also, moderate consumption of wine is linked with elevated levels of omega3 fatty acids in the blood. It appears that moderate consumption of alcohol, preferably wine, if done responsibly, may have some health benefits.