This is odd. I had read somewhere that drinking red wine in moderation was good for your heart, but I’ve never before encountered anything that suggested that it’s healthier to be a heavy drinker than to completely abstain from alcohol. But, apparently, never drinking alcohol is a bad idea if you want to have a very long life. According to this study, moderate drinking (which they define as one to three drinks a day) is the healthiest course. Heavy drinking comes in second place, although it is obviously associated with car crashes and general clumsiness, as well as significant health risks and behavioral problems. It’s also expensive and can lead to dependency. So, best to keep things in moderation.
