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Ishita Srivastava

How Much Wine Should You Drink To Decrease Your Risk Of Dying?

While it is commonly known that drinking <span>alcohol</span> heavily can lead to multiple chronic conditions, a new global study suggests that moderately drinking wine can decrease your risk dying from cardiovascular disease by 21 percent. 

A group of Chinese researchers who analyzed 340,924 adults in the UK between 2006 and 2022  classified a 12-ounce beer, a 5-ounce glass of wine or a 1.5-ounce shot of liquor each contains about 14 grams of pure alcohol.

Those who consumed less than 20 grams per week, about 1.5 standard drinks, were classified as never or occasional drinkers. The low <span>alcohol consumption</span> group included men who drank more than 20 grams per week but no more than 20 grams per day, and women who drank between 10 grams per day and 20 grams per week.

They found those with high alcohol consumption were 24 percent more likely to die from any cause, 36 percent more likely to die from cancer and 14 percent more likely to die from <span>heart disease</span>.

Additionally, even low intake of spirits such as beer or cider was associated with a nine percent higher risk of dying from cardiovascular disease compared with drinking never or occasionally.

Dr Zhangling Chen, a professor at the Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University in China and the study’s senior author said: “These findings can help refine guidance, emphasizing that the health risks of alcohol depend not only on the amount of alcohol consumed, but also on the type of beverage."

Talking about how wine could lower death risk, the scientists noted that several factors may account for the differences by alcohol type.

Certain compounds present in red wine, such as polyphenols and antioxidants, may have benefits for cardiovascular health. Wine is also more likely to be consumed with meals and by people who have higher-quality diets and healthier behaviors in general, while spirits, beer and cider are more likely to be consumed outside of meals and were associated with lower overall diet quality and other lifestyle risk factors.

"Taken together, these factors suggest that the type of alcohol, how it is consumed and the associated lifestyle behaviors all contribute to the observed differences in mortality risk," Dr Chen said.

<h2>Coronary Artery Disease: The Silent Killer</h2>

Despite being as a common heart disease, coronary artery disease (CAD) develops over years and has no clear signs and symptoms apart from a <span><a href="https://www.healthandme.com/health/heart-attack">heart attack</a></span>. The illness begins due to a buildup of fats, cholesterol and other substances known as plaque in and on the artery walls.

Over time, this can cause narrowing or blockage of the coronary arteries and block the supply of oxygen-rich blood to heart which can lead chest pain (angina), shortness of breath and ultimately, heart attacks.

Typically, those above the age of 45, having a biological family member with heart disease, lack of sleep, smoking, consuming saturated fats along with other autoimmune diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis can increase the risk of developing CAD.

Treatment options may include medicines and surgery. Eating a nutritious diet, getting regular exercise and not smoking can help also prevent CAD and the conditions that can cause it.

Nearly one in 10 Indian adults suffer from CAD and about two million people die from the disease annually. Apart from this, about 18 to 20 million American adults aged 20 and older are also affected about the disease.

<h2>Strokes: A Rising Crisis In India</h2>

Additionally, heart strokes are also one of the leading global health burdens, causing significant deaths and disability worldwide, including in India. Compared to Western countries, stroke also tends to occur at a younger age and is associated with a higher case fatality rate in the country.

One in seven stroke patients in India are young adults aged below 45 years, with hypertension leading as the major risk factor, according to a study by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).

The Global Burden of Disease Study 2021 identified hypertension, air pollution, tobacco smoking, high cholesterol, increased salt intake, and diabetes as the leading risk factors of stroke.

Incidence of stroke is increasing significantly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), especially in India, due to population growth, aging, and greater exposure to risk factors.

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While it is commonly known that drinking alcohol heavily can lead to multiple chronic conditions, a new global study suggests that moderately drinking wine can decrease your risk dying from cardiovascular disease by 21 percent. A group of Chinese researchers who analyzed 340,924 adults in the UK between 2006 and 2022  classified a 12-ounce beer, a 5-ounce glass of wine or a 1.5-ounce shot of liquor each contains about 14 grams of pure alcohol.Those who consumed less than 20 grams per week, about 1.5 standard drinks, were classified as never or occasional drinkers. The low alcohol consumption group included men who drank more than 20 grams per week but no more than 20 grams per day, and women who drank between 10 grams per day and 20 grams per week.They found those with high alcohol consumption were 24 percent more likely to die from any cause, 36 percent more likely to die from cancer and 14 percent more likely to die from heart disease.Additionally, even low intake of spirits such as beer or cider was associated with a nine percent higher risk of dying from cardiovascular disease compared with drinking never or occasionally.Dr Zhangling Chen, a professor at the Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University in China and the study’s senior author said: “These findings can help refine guidance, emphasizing that the health risks of alcohol depend not only on the amount of alcohol consumed, but also on the type of beverage."Talking about how wine could lower death risk, the scientists noted that several factors may account for the differences by alcohol type. Certain compounds present in red wine, such as polyphenols and antioxidants, may have benefits for cardiovascular health. Wine is also more likely to be consumed with meals and by people who have higher-quality diets and healthier behaviors in general, while spirits, beer and cider are more likely to be consumed outside of meals and were associated with lower overall diet quality and other lifestyle risk factors."Taken together, these factors suggest that the type of alcohol, how it is consumed and the associated lifestyle behaviors all contribute to the observed differences in mortality risk," Dr Chen said.Coronary Artery Disease: The Silent KillerDespite being as a common heart disease, coronary artery disease (CAD) develops over years and has no clear signs and symptoms apart from a heart attack. The illness begins due to a buildup of fats, cholesterol and other substances known as plaque in and on the artery walls.Over time, this can cause narrowing or blockage of the coronary arteries and block the supply of oxygen-rich blood to heart which can lead chest pain (angina), shortness of breath and ultimately, heart attacks.Typically, those above the age of 45, having a biological family member with heart disease, lack of sleep, smoking, consuming saturated fats along with other autoimmune diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis can increase the risk of developing CAD.Treatment options may include medicines and surgery. Eating a nutritious diet, getting regular exercise and not smoking can help also prevent CAD and the conditions that can cause it.Nearly one in 10 Indian adults suffer from CAD and about two million people die from the disease annually. Apart from this, about 18 to 20 million American adults aged 20 and older are also affected about the disease.Strokes: A Rising Crisis In IndiaAdditionally, heart strokes are also one of the leading global health burdens, causing significant deaths and disability worldwide, including in India. Compared to Western countries, stroke also tends to occur at a younger age and is associated with a higher case fatality rate in the country.One in seven stroke patients in India are young adults aged below 45 years, with hypertension leading as the major risk factor, according to a study by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).The Global Burden of Disease Study 2021 identified hypertension, air pollution, tobacco smoking, high cholesterol, increased salt intake, and diabetes as the leading risk factors of stroke.Incidence of stroke is increasing significantly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), especially in India, due to population growth, aging, and greater exposure to risk factors.