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An interesting and well-done study from a cohort of ageing men in the Netherlands that evaluated how alcohol consumption data collected at 68-to-70 years oldrelated to the risk that the individual would survive to age 90. The authors concluded: "The highest probability of reaching 90 was found in those consuming 5-to-<15 grams per day alcohol, with RR=1.36 (95% CI, 1.201.55) when compared with abstainers."

The latest critique from the ISFAR looks at research into alcohol consumption and its relationship with reaching 90

The authors also noted that "wine intake was positively associated with longevity (notably in women), whereas liquor was positively associated with longevity in men and inversely in women".They also noted there was a tendency for a lower chance of living to age 90 for subjects reporting binge drinking.

ISFAR members were unanimous in considering this to be an excellent study. The findings addinformation on alcohol consumption collected in the elderly (aged 68-to-70 in this study) and subsequent longevity of life. They also tendto counter fears expressed by some that the very elderly must be 'protected' from alcohol, as it suggests there are still health benefits from moderate drinking at all ages. Further, a reduction in the risk of cardiovascular diseases associated with alcohol is especially important in the elderly, as such diseases occur primarily among such subjects and are the leading causes of death.

This ISFAR critique provides references to a multitude of research reports that strengthen the conclusions of the authors that, even among very elderly subjects, moderate drinking is associated with a greater longevity of life.

To read the full critique, click here.

These critiques are published with the permission of The International Scientific Forum on Alcohol Research.

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Will your alcohol consumption help or hinder you from reaching 90? - International Scientific Forum on Alcohol Research Critique 237 - just-drinks.com

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