Is daily alcohol consumption good for cardiovascular health?
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Hi, my father has undergone bypass surgery. He used to drink on a daily basis. He is 56 years old. But the doctor suggested that alcohol consumption within a limit is good for his health. He is also adamant about drinking. I am worried about it. I can not figure out whether alcohol is good for him or not. Please help
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@titiksha Some studies have shown that those who drink moderate amounts of alcohol have lower rates of heart disease than nondrinkers. But drinking alcohol every day to excess can lead to serious cardiovascular disease risks including high blood pressure, obesity and stroke. If you find yourself drinking more and more over time, consider cutting back. Drinking too much alcohol can raise the levels of some fats in the blood known as triglycerides. A high triglyceride level combined with high LDL (bad) cholesterol or low HDL (good) cholesterol has been associated with fatty buildup in the artery walls. That, in turn, can increase the risk of heart attack and stroke.
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