Consumption of Half A Glass of Wine Extends Life Expectancy by Five Years

Dutch researchers have learned that consuming half a glass of line may extend life expectancy of men by five years.  Researchers found that mild long term alcohol consumption (up to 20 g/day) of all types lengthened life by two years, as opposed to no alcohol consumption.  Studies suggested that light wine consumption of less than half a glass of day, extended life by two and a half years in comparison to those who consumed beer and spirits.  These men’s life expectancy was five years longer than those who abstained from alcohol altogether.  The researchers also found a strong association between wine consumption, and decreased risk of dying from coronary heart disease, cerebrovascular disease, and death of all causes.

BMJ-British Medical Journal (2009, April 30).  Half A Glass Of Wine
A Day May Boost Life Expectancy By Five Years.  ScienceDaily.  Retrieved April 30, 2009, from www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/04/090429205609.htm.