Beer. Although it may have a bit of a bad reputation, this drink actually has health benefits.
Beer not only tastes good, but it also contains compounds that make you feel good.
Tony Torgeld told FOX News Digital: “Beer, in moderation, actually isn't all that bad for you.”
Mead, an alcohol commonly known as mead, is “the history of the liquid in the glass.''
Mr. Torgerud is the CEO of APRU and a botanical brewing expert. He leads the team at Lena Brewing, a microbrewery located in Lena, Illinois.
In particular, he said craft beer has additional health benefits compared to “traditional large-scale beer.”
Craft beer contains phenolic compounds that have a variety of health benefits. (St. Petersburg)
He said craft beer “contains a variety of phenolic compounds” because it uses “special ingredients such as fruits and plant compounds.”
“When consumed in moderation, these natural compounds are associated with health benefits, including antioxidant properties that reduce inflammation and support heart health,” he said.
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Generally, darker beers contain more antioxidants. (St. Petersburg)
Antioxidants fight free radicals in the body and can reduce the risk of many diseases, including certain cancers, says health website WebMD.
The same website states that darker beers contain more of these antioxidants.
The growth of the craft beer industry has created many new beer options, Thorgeld said. Some of these are considered “healthier” options, he said, including low-carb, low-alcohol and no-alcohol options.
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More beer companies are now brewing low-alcohol, low-carbohydrate and non-alcoholic beers, Thorgeld said. (St. Petersburg)
“Many of the new beers coming to market are non-alcoholic, and some are infused with cannabis and other natural botanical ingredients to offer consumers an alternative,” Thorgeld said.
He says any beverage could serve as a “functional delivery method” for these compounds.
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“Sixty percent of the human body is made up of water,” says Thorgeld. “Beer is very popular and can become a ‘healthier alternative’ when combined with certain plants.”
