Study: Women who drink moderately tend to gain less weight in midlife

Monday, March 8, 2010 - 17:28 in Health & Medicine

Women who abstained put on more pounds than those who had a drink or two per day. But researchers warn against an alcohol diet. Drinking is linked to a higher risk of a variety of diseases in women. Women who drink moderate amounts of alcohol don't gain as much weight in midlife as those who abstain, according to a study released Monday. However,...

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