Posted on 10/11/2024 2:31:04 PM PDT by nickcarraway
There are several factors to take into account
Who doesn't have a beer, a glass of wine or a glass of spirits every so often? Well, experts warn of the danger of doing so too often, as it can lead to short- and long-term problems for the brain, as revealed by neurologist Dr. Richard Restak in his book 'Complete Guide to Memory: The Science of Strengthening Your Mind'.
What can happen to our brains?
Alcohol consumption is an ingrained part of social culture, where bars are the main meeting point and beer, wine or spirits come naturally.
However, alcohol consumption can cause problems for the brain: memory loss, mental deterioration or dementia. Neurologist Dr. Richard Restak warns about this in his book 'Complete Guide to Memory: The Science of Strengthening Your Mind'.
According to this expert, it is essential to stop drinking alcohol before the age of 70, as from the age of 65 the body loses neurons at an accelerated rate, making it necessary to protect those that remain: 'It is essential to do without alcohol at a stage in life when it is crucial to preserve neurons'.
In addition to memory, Restak warns that this can not only affect our brains, but can go further: 'Confrontation, judgement and learning ability can also be affected. This progressive damage can be dangerous for older people'.
Thus, neurologist Restak invites those over 65 who continue to drink alcohol to think about it, as it can lead to long-term health problems, especially in memory and cognitive functioning, and also to make people who do it repeatedly realise that it can be more serious than it seems in the long run.
Paul advised Timothy to “drink a little wine for your stomach and your frequent illnesses.” He didn’t say, “until you are 70.”
This explains why so many seniors are Democrats.
I quit drinking at 50 or so ........
I’m DOOOOMED!!
Isn’t President Trump a teetotaler?
I think this is meant for Nancy Pelosi and Hillary Clinton.
I only drink on days of the week that end in “y”.
I’ve never heard him (Mr. Trump) say a word about it.
There are people who don’t drink, for whatever reason ... and then there are teetotalers. The latter are like vegans. They won’t shut up about it and they try to “shame” anyone who disagrees with them.
I never drink when I’m asleep.
Meh. Whatever. My husband brews the BEST IPA I’VE EVER TASTED! So, I’ll enjoy my beer, and play my guitar, and live my life the way I want. My Grandpa lived to 94, my Dad to 90. I think I’m good.
I’m 73, have a few beers every night, at least I think I do, not really sure...is that a squirrel over there?
Beer and wine is fine.
Trump gave up alcohol after it killed his brother.
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Another expert telling everyone how to live. In a 'complete guide' book, of course.
It’s easy to quit drinking. I’ve done it dozens of times.
Wine is fine but liquor is quicker.
At what, I don’t exactly remember.
Maybe some of us want to have cognitive problems so we are able to forget the nightmare we’re going through.
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