Beer and Health

The European scientific platform on moderate beer consumption and health

13/02/2019

Light to moderate alcohol use associated with decreased risk of dementia

Alcohol has been identified as one of the risk factor for dementia and cognitive decline. However, it might not be this black and white, as moderate consumption has been associated with beneficial effects. A recent scoping review looked at the evidence of 28 systematic reviews to get a better understanding of this possible dose-response relationship. The study was published in the scientific journal Alzheimer’s Research & Therapy. Read more

17/01/2019

Meta-analysis finds association between alcohol consumption and tuberculosis

Tuberculosis is a major health problem in low and middle income countries. A new meta-analysis, published in the International Journal of Tuberculosis and Lung Disease, investigates the association between alcohol consumption and tuberculosis. Based on mainly Asian data, results show that alcohol is an important risk factor for tuberculosis. Read more

10/01/2019

Moderate alcohol consumption might lower the risk of erectile dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction is the most frequently diagnosed sexual dysfunction among older men. A new meta-analysis investigating the association between alcohol consumption and erectile dysfunction is published in the International Journal of Impotence Research. Results show that moderate alcohol consumption is associated with a lower risk of erectile dysfunction. Underlying mechanisms might be related to mechanisms in cardiovascular disease. Read more

11/12/2018

New study investigates association between alcohol and lung cancer among smokers

The association between alcohol consumption and lung cancer is still unclear. A new study investigates this association and also looks at the interaction of alcohol and smoking. Results show that alcohol consumption does not increase the risk of lung cancer. The combination of alcohol and smoking is associated with a strong increase in the risk of lung cancer. The study is recently published in the scientific journal Cancer Epidemiology. Read more

09/10/2018

Meta-analysis reinvestigates association between alcohol consumption and Parkinson’s disease

A recently published meta-analysis combines data of 26 studies to reinvestigate the association between alcohol consumption and Parkinson’s disease. The results, published in the scientific Journal of Neurology, do not show a clear association. The researchers suggest that a well-executed large cohort study could give more insight in the association. Read more

01/10/2018

New meta-analysis investigates the association between alcohol and risk of pneumonia

Alcohol is a potential risk factor for pneumonia, but evidence is limited. A new meta-analysis now combines data from 14 observational studies and finds that alcohol consumption can increase the risk of pneumonia. The results are published in the scientific journal BMJ Open. Read more

28/09/2018

Explanimation: Beer and cardiovascular health

The best way to look after your heart is to follow a healthy diet and lifestyle. For healthy adults, moderate beer consumption can be part of this balanced way of living. Current scientific research indicates that drinking beer in moderation may have a positive effect on the heart and blood vessels and may help to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and therefore total mortality. This is mainly due to the alcohol it contains. Read more

07/12/2017

Slovenian translation of Beer and Health booklet

The fourth translation of the Beer and Health booklet is finished. This Slovenian version has the title “Pivo in zdravje - Zmerno uživanje piva kot del zdravega načina življenja”. The Slovenian translation can be obtained in clicking here. Read more

01/12/2016

Finnish translation of Beer and Health booklet

The third translation of the Beer and Health booklet is finished. This Finnish version has the title “Olut ja terveys – Kohtuukäyttö osana terveitä elintapoja”. The Finnish translation can be obtained in clicking here. Read more

21/10/2016

Romanian translation of Beer and Health booklet

The second translation of the Beer and Health booklet is finished. This Romanian version has the title “Berea şi sănătatea – Consumul moderat ca parte a unui stil de viaţă sănăto”. The Romanian Centre for Studies on Beer, Health & Nutrition (www.beresanatatenutritie.ro) organized the translation. The Romanian translation can be obtained in clicking here. Read more

08/07/2016

Dutch translation Beer and Health booklet available

The Beer and Health booklet has been translated into Dutch. This is the first translation of the booklet. More will follow. All translation will be posted on this website. “Bier en Gezondheid: Matige consumptie als onderdeel van een gezonde levensstijl” was produced by the Dutch Beer Institute. The Dutch version can be obtained in clicking […] Read more

08/07/2016

Beer and Health – Moderate Consumption as Part of a Healthy Lifestyle – 5th Edition

Moderate beer consumption, part of a healthy lifestyle? “Beer has been a staple part of European diets for thousands of years, and through the ages it has become deeply ingrained in our traditions and culture. Hundreds of different types of beer are brewed across Europe. Made from natural raw materials, beer can play an important […] Read more

18/06/2016

Infographic: Beer and a Healthy Lifestyle

Moderate beer consumption can be part of an adult’s healthy lifestyle and can have health benefits. Click here to download this infographic (PDF) Read more

18/06/2016

Infographic: Basics of Beer

Beer is a fermented beverage with a relatively low (or no) alcohol percentage, whose natural ingredients contain small amounts of valuable nutrients, minerals and vitamins. Click here to download this infographic (PDF) Read more

Beer and Health - Moderate Consumption as part of a healthy lifestyle – 5th edition

Beer and Health Moderate Consumption as Part of a Healthy Lifestyle 5th Edition 2016 Click here to download the publication.

Basics on beer and health

This booklet summarises the relevant scientific literature on moderate beer consumption in relation to health, but there are some aspects you have to take into consideration while reading it. Click here to access the content

Beer and Health: Making up the Balance

Beer is made from natural ingredients and has relatively low (or zero) alcohol content compared to most other alcoholic beverages. read more …

About Beer and Health

Beer & Health builds upon a long tradition of scientific experts coming together to present the latest research on the link between moderate beer consumption and health on the occasion of the European Beer & Health Symposium, which has been organised practically every two or three years since 1999.