Beer is both delicious and nutritious!

We hear and read about how wine has several health benefits, but have you ever considered what kind of impact beer has on your health? Let’s start by covering what beer is. Beer is made through a process of brewing, which involves extracting raw materials with water, boiling with hops, and fermenting. Beer is the oldest and most widely consumed type of alcoholic drink in the world. When consumed moderately, beer can be good for us! There are several health benefits to beer that are worth sharing. While we’re still learning about the findings of beer, the six health benefits listed below have been found through many years of research.

Nutritional Value

There are both nutritional benefits to wine and beer. However, we rarely speak of the nutritional value of beer. Did you know that beer is higher in protein and vitamin B than wine? Similar to wine, beer also has antioxidants but they’re different from those found in wine due to the use of barley and hops. Beer also contains iron, calcium, phosphates, and even fiber.

Heart Health

We know drinking beer in moderation is best. It’s recommended by the CDC that the appropriate number of drinks per day for men is 2 or fewer and for women, it’s 1 or less. Drinking beer in moderation can help your heart. The antioxidants found in beer can help fight changes to the blood vessel and plaque buildup, help the inside lining fight the effects of blood pressure and high blood sugar, and it also increases good cholesterol.

Good Cholesterol

As mentioned above, beer helps with cholesterol. Moderate consumption of alcohol can be good because it has been found to increase HDL cholesterol, also known as the “good cholesterol”.

Strengthens Your Bones

Various studies have found that moderate beer consumption can increase bone density, thus strengthening your bone capacity. However, drinking more than 2 beers a day for men was linked to a decrease in bone density, so moderation is key. You know what they say, “a beer a day keeps the doctor away”!

Increases Brain Power

Who doesn’t want more brain power? Beer has hops, which hold a secret ingredient called xanthohumol that can help improve cognitive function. Xanthohumol is a flavonoid that helps slow down the degradation process of memory. The chemical could help protect brain cells from oxidative damage associated with dementia.



Good for Digestion

The bitter acids found in beer could help improve digestion. Beer has plenty of prebiotics in it, which can boost your gut health and immune system. Beer is rich in healthy compounds called polyphenols, which reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in the gut. This creates a good place for beneficial bacteria to grow.

Beer is a powerful beverage! It not only packs a punch in flavor but also provides your body with super neat health benefits. So the next time you pick up a beer, think about its quality, where it came from, and its unique properties that offer a variety of health benefits. Our craft beer is made through a delicate brewing process with carefully selected, high-quality ingredients. Our philosophy is finding those few key, quality ingredients and letting the flavors become a tasteful masterpiece. Our one-of-a-kind craft beer is something that must be tasted to appreciate. Visit us at Pocono Brewery Company to explore our many beer options! And call us to learn more about our brewery tours.