The popular drink most of us consume: How it may increase cancer risk

A large-scale British study tracking over 340,000 people for 13 years reveals concerning findings about common drinking habits. According to the findings published in the Nutrition Journal, even low consumption of beer or cider may be linked to an increased risk of cancer mortality. Additionally, low to high consumption of spirits was associated with increased all-cause mortality. In contrast, low consumption of red wine was linked to a lower risk of cardiovascular disease mortality, but high wine consumption was also linked to increased cancer risk. Researchers identified a J-shaped relationship for wine and found that drinking with meals was associated with lower mortality rates. The article emphasizes this is an observational study showing a statistical association, not causation.