elpis10: Learn the truth about beer

Σάββατο 21 Δεκεμβρίου 2013

Learn the truth about beer

Learn the truth about beer
If on hearing the word beer your mind goes to ... " birokoilia ", then it is time to review. Our favorite drink has been linked to many unsubstantiated claims , but who have no scientific standing. Really , what are the most prevalent opinions known about beer and what is actually true ?

The beer does " birokoilia »

The fact that drinking beer increases the circumference of the abdomen is not supported by the available scientific data . What we know is that the " mechanism " that determines our weight goes by the name of energy balance . So, to fatten one should calories you get from food to outdo spends his body to perform the basic functions and the various activities within the day . The beer is usually accompanied by various dishes , which most often are high in calories . But why tummy grows us ? What actually happens is that eating high fat snacks with beer drinker eventually hire more calories compared to those who " burn ." These extra calories eventually lead to the accumulation of fat in our fat stores (which are mostly found in men in the abdomen ), and thus gradually leads to increased belly and waist . The cause , therefore , created the belly is the overconsumption of calories , not only alcohol , but also from other foods , in combination with low levels of physical activity .

H beer does not cause dehydration

Beer is one of the few alcoholic drinks with very high water content , while an average beer has very little alcohol content of about 4-5 % . What research data show is that when the beer consumed in moderation ( ie until 1 can beer for women and 2 boxes for men per day) and being well hydrated through water and other non-alcoholic beverages , then the beer is not causes dehydration .

The beer has antioxidants

Previously we thought that alcoholic drinks only wine contains antioxidants . However , more and more studies confirm that the beer is a beverage rich in antioxidant content. More specifically , the beer contains phenolic compounds ( polyphenols , phenolic acids , flavonoids , catechins , proanthocyanidins ) , derived mainly from malt ( 70-80 % ) and hops (20-30 % ) . The type of antioxidant beer differs from those of the wine , while it is estimated that the beer contains twice the amount of antioxidants in comparison with the white wine.

The beer contains no preservatives

The beer is produced by the natural process of fermentation , using as raw materials malt , hops , water and yeast . At the same time , the ingredients in beer such as tannins , alcohol and organic acids act as natural preservatives , and at all stages of production followed a system that prevents bacteria culture of microorganisms . So ensure microbial safety, without the use of preservatives .

In conclusion , when the beer consumed in moderation and as part of a balanced diet can be a good choice for fans of the drink , while those who avoid alcohol , but love the taste , the choice of a beer without alcohol is a smart and tasty option.

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