Doctors name the drink that increases the risk of stroke

An international study involving 26,000 people from 27 countries has found a link between alcohol consumption and an increased risk of stroke. The strongest association was found for intracerebral hemorrhage, with the risk increasing by about 50%. For ischemic stroke, the increase was about 14%. Particular attention was paid to beer, with which the association was observed even with moderate consumption.

Doctors have named the drink that increases the risk of stroke, citing an international study involving about 26,000 people from 27 countries. According to the results, alcohol consumption is associated with a noticeable increase in the risk of stroke, especially intracerebral hemorrhage — the likelihood of such a disorder among drinkers was about 50% higher. For ischemic stroke, the risk increased by about 14%. The researchers also compared different types of alcohol: an increased risk was found among those who consumed beer, even with moderate consumption. For wine, no similar association was found, but the authors emphasize that this does not mean it has protective properties. The article is informational in nature and warns that even moderate consumption of some alcoholic beverages is not neutral for health.