Research
Adherence
Moderate alcohol consumption (1-2 drinks per day) is associated with a reduced risk of myocardial infarction and total mortality in men, but increases the risk of breast cancer in women.
Moderate alcohol consumption (1-2 drinks per day) may reduce heart disease risk in men, but increases breast cancer risk in women. The decision to drink should be based on individual health profiles and gender-specific risks.
GoodQualifiesMEDIUM confidence
Overwhelming epidemiologic data indicate that moderate consumption (1–2 drinks per day) reduces risk of myocardial infarction (68, 94) by ~30–40%. ... However, more than 30 studies observed a higher risk of breast cancer incidence (36, 147).
Why this rating
Supported by epidemiologic data, but randomized trials are limited for long-term outcomes.
Source
Current Evidence on Healthy Eating
Walter C. Willett et al. · Annual Review of Public Health · 2013
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