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What would be a highly effective kind of alcohol to lower blood pressure?

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Dr. William Haynes answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Endocrinology

All raise BP: Alcohol increases blood pressure. Each 10 gram of alcohol (less than in a 12 ounce beer) per day will increase BP by 1 mmhg. So 4 beers a day BP will increase by about 5 mmhg. In long term studies that has been shown to increase risk of stroke and heart attack by about 20%. Alcohol at low amounts (1-2 drinks/day) raises good cholesterol which has heart benefits. Best to drink in moderation.

Answered 10/7/2020

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