Beer contains various vitamins but also carries risks for the liver and pancreas. Understanding the calorie differences between draft and bottled varieties helps in managing dietary intake after a workout.
You can enjoy beer — an adult beverage made from brewer's yeast, which, the University of Maryland Medical Center explains, is rich in several minerals and vitamins — on its own as a refreshing beverage, or as a companion to your favorite foods.
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For some people, beer has become a post-workout ritual. But before you hop on the hops bandwagon, there are a few things you should know.
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Turns out that the latest beer trend of hoppy beers and IPAs are not only delicious but actually good for your health, too, according to a recent study.
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A new Danish beer is here to truly test your limits with their newly launched “Pisner” a beer made using human urine
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The number of times that you pee throughout the day varies greatly, with anywhere up to 2.5 liters per day being normal. However, exceeding this or using the toilet much more frequently than you usually do is one of the major symptoms of both type I and type II diabetes.
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Delirium Tremens is the name of a Belgian beer brewed by Brouwerij Huyghe. The nutritional content of Delirium Tremens is similar to the general nutrition value of beer, although the specific brewing process and the ingredients affect the overall nutrition profile.
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Progesterone is a hormone most often associated with the female menstrual cycle and pregnancy, but men produce some progesterone, as well. Oral progesterone is most commonly used in hormone replacement therapy, but it may be prescribed for other conditions as well.
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Drinking beer can damage the throat under some circumstances, and certain medical conditions can also cause symptoms. If you notice that the same symptoms develop every time you drink beer, stop drinking it and make an appointment with your doctor.
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Your pancreas, a gland located behind your stomach, produces digestive enzymes and insulin, which controls blood sugar. Pancreatitis is an inflammation of the pancreas that can cause tissue death and bleeding in or around the gland.
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Beer's relatively low alcohol content among alcoholic beverages doesn't decrease its potentially negative impact on your bodily systems, especially if you consume it in excess.
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In most cases, the negative effects of alcohol consumption are directly associated with the amount of alcohol consumed and apply regardless of the form of the alcohol.
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Sarsaparilla and root beer are made from the roots of native North American plants. Both originated as tonics and were highly prized for their medicinal value. Sarsaparilla is made from the sarsaparilla vine, while root beer was originally made from the roots of the sassafras tree.
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Many people enjoy a beer with a meal or at a bar during a night out. Beck's, a German beer company, offers a variety of beers from which you can choose, each with its own nutritional value and alcohol content. Understanding how each brew affects your meal plan will help you meet your nutritional goals.
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A glass of Barq's Root Beer can be a refreshing way to quench your thirst, or it can be used to prepare a tasty root beer float. Although an occasional soda can be part of your healthy eating plan, regular consumption of root beer may negatively impact your health. MayoClinic.
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Whether it’s called a beer belly, pot belly or spare tire, an expanding waistline is a serious health risk. A single beer only contains about 150 calories, but it’s not uncommon for a beer connoisseur to swig a six-pack of beer in one sitting, which leads to excess calorie consumption and the “beer belly” moniker.
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According to Anheuser-Busch, Natural Light was the company's first reduced-calorie light beer. The beer was first introduced in 1977 and is considered to be an American style light lager. In addition to being low in calories, the beer is also fat-free and low in carbohydrates.
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India Pale Ale is a beer characterized by a light color and strong hoppy flavor. About six different styles of pale ales exist, including the IPA. The nutritional values of IPAs vary depending on the manufacturer, ingredients and brewing process.
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Beer doesn't contribute much to your diet; certainly, milk or juice would be better choices if you're looking for nutrients. But sometimes you just want a cold brew. It never hurts to know the details of what you're putting in your body, even if it's a very-low-calorie option such as Beck's Premier Light.
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Coors Light was introduced by the Coors Brewing Company in 1978 as a response to the nation's growing interest in fitness and nutrition. It has since become the top selling beer of the brand and the third top selling beer in the United States. It coined the nickname "Silver Bullet"
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Amber beers or ales are a bit darker than the more-common lagers, with a taste that the niche magazine "Beer Advocate" describes as maltier than other hop-centric types. The toasted malt flavor combines with a fruitiness in most cases.
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