Is Moderate Drinking Healthy? | Peter Attia AMA 73

Partially SupportedPeter Attia consumes 2-4 drinks of alcohol per week for hedonic pleasure.

Partially SupportedFormer drinkers had a 26% increase in all-cause mortality compared to lifelong abstainers.

Well SupportedAbstaining from alcohol is beneficial for individuals who do not enjoy drinking or dislike its effects.

Not SupportedThe idea that modest amounts of alcohol are healthy is a fallacy; the data do not support it.

Partially SupportedFor those who enjoy the taste of alcoholic beverages, consumption should be limited to no more than one drink per day, with at least three alcohol-free days per week and no consumption close to bedtime.