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2024 14 Oct

Researchers at LMU University Hospital have uncovered a link between heavy alcohol consumption and cardiac arrhythmias. The MunichBREW II study, conducted by the hospital’s Department of Cardiology, examined how excessive drinking affects heart function. The findings are published in the European Heart Journal.     Alcohol is well-known as one...Read more

2014 13 Jul

Studies suggesting a cardiovascular benefit from the moderate consumption of alcohol are being questioned now that new research ties improved heart health to a reduction in alcohol intake, even in light to moderate drinkers. Blood pressure, Body Mass Index (BMI) and the risk of coronary heart disease all decrease when less alcohol is consumed. Results...Read more