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    Can alcohol ever be considered a tonic?

    Growing up my Grandparents often enjoyed an evening ‘tipple’ for ‘health purposes’ in this modern world, did the older generation have the right ideas, or do we know better now-a-days?

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    I definitely think alcohol can be considered a ‘tonic’ if it’s just a small glass of red wine or measure of whisky. There are recorded health benefits to it too.

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    If you're in good shape, moderate drinking makes you 25% to 40% less likely to have a heart attack, stroke, or hardened arteries. This may be in part because small amounts of alcohol can raise your HDL ("good" cholesterol) levels.

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    I think it depends on the quality of the alcohol and the quantity, but I think a small glass of a tipple would be good for you both physically and mentally. Although, I think with all things, there is probably a tipping point.

    I think alcohol can affect your immunity and of course damage your liver.

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    Alcohol is also a huge cause of mouth cancer!

    Saying that, I do believe a small ‘tot’ in the evening of a quality spirit is good as it keeps the blood flowing.

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    My Nan always gargled with whiskey before bed and she lived to 98 so there must be some truth in it being a tonic

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    Alcohol in small doses can indeed be a tonic but can also lead to addiction so it’s a mixed blessing I think

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    Quote Originally Posted by Cheryl View Post
    Alcohol in small doses can indeed be a tonic but can also lead to addiction so it’s a mixed blessing I think
    Sure;y you would need to have an addictive personality for it to lead to addiction.

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    I think everything in moderation and if you believe something to be harmful and take it in excessive quantities then it will be. But if you are sensible and take a snifter from time to time in the belief that it is benefitting you, then only benefits will come to you

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