Drinking alcohol, even in moderation, 'a dementia risk'

[slimvictor]

Drinking even "moderate" amounts of alcohol increases dementia risk, US research suggests.

The findings, presented at an international conference, challenge the notion that some alcohol could be good for ageing brains.

People who stick to recommended alcohol limits are still at risk, as well as bingers and heavy drinkers, according to the work.

The study tracked the health over 20 years of 1,300 women in their mid-60s.

The risk, ranging from mild cognitive impairment to full blown dementia, was higher among those who reported drinking more alcohol.

Women who switched from abstinence to drinking over the course of the study also increased their risk.

Those who drank alcohol "in moderation", meaning seven to 14 alcoholic drinks a week, were also more likely to develop problems with memory and brain functioning that can be a warning sign of future dementia.

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[thujone]

This issue hits home for me so I'm grateful to finally see a legit study done of it. I wish they had given us a bit more detail about the histories of the women they chose for the study, but I guess that it doesn't change the revelation that alcohol consumption in general should be avoided. Don't just take this with a grain of salt, drinking has crippled society you just won't see it unless you go to a nursing home where they keep all the broken people.