Are you a fan of beer ? Have you ever been told that if you continue like this, you will get a beer gut? The truth is that there is nothing more refreshing and satisfying in summer than a good mug of beer, well filled and with just the right foam.We love its flavor and accompany it with a good group of friends.But does this mean that we are doomed to Get like a barrel if we keep using it?
The benefits of beer
- Well, as you know the Beer is obtained from the fermentation of a mixture of water, cereals and hops.The alcohol level is not very high, only 4% or 7% of its volume .Besides, it also has very few carbohydrates , which usually release the sugar in our blood very slowly.Therefore it is quite healthy to drink beer.
- It also has a good supply of class B vitamins, in addition to antioxidants, and many minerals such as sodium, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus and calcium.
- If consumed moderately can prevent carcinogene sis and osteoporosis.
- Isohumulones (the bitter substances derived from beer hops) can allow us to prevent type 2 diabetes and prevent aster-sclerosis .But remember, only if we consume it moderately.
- Thanks to its antioxidants, it helps us prevent cardiovascular diseases .
How much beer can we consume a day?
You may be slightly disappointed by what doctors and nutritionists tell us, but it is considered moderate consumption that women drink a glass a day (10-12 g.ethanol) and and two men beers (20-24 g.ethanol).After all, we cannot forget that it contains alcohol, and alcohol dehydrates us , reduces our metabolism by preventing the liver from producing glucose, affecting other to the Central Nervous System, decreasing the excitability of nerve cells and brain activity.Be careful!
But does beer make you fat or not fat?
There is something interesting that already gives us a clue, researchers from CSIC and the University of Granada carried out a study where it was concluded that beer is suitable for recovering metabolism after a physical effort, being good even for athletes.The data were as follows:
[quote_box_center] Therefore, beer, for its composition, characteristics and low alcohol content, ingested in moderate doses by adults accustomed to their habit consumption, it can be an alternative drink to rehydrate after sports.No deleterious effects have been found in any of the levels analyzed when compared with a neutral drink such as water.Given the novelty of the results found it is necessary s future studies aimed at deepening and perfecting knowledge in this specific area.[/quote_box_center]So, if it is good for athletes, it is very suitable for anyone as long as we do it in a moderate way.no more than a glass or two a day.If we gain weight and acquire the so-called beer gut, is basically due to bad eating habits and lack of exercise .So then we will have to start correcting that Stereotype.Drinking beer to the right extent is good and adequate, it gives us minerals, antioxidants, vitamins….if you accompany her with a healthy life, with some exercise and a good diet, there will be no problem. So enjoy your beer!
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