I used to drink. I used to drink light sometimes and heavy other times. I quit 17 years ago. I have a question for those who stated "you're missing out". Missing out on what exactly? Being from both sides of this coin, I really would like to know. I remember what it was like being drunk. I just don't see how someone can be missing anything if they choose not to drink. I can still go to parties and have a great time being sober. I can still do things I choose to do and still be happy. I can still hang out with good friends, laugh, have a good time without being drunk. So I ask again, what are they missing out on? IMO, they're not missing much.
I imagine many of you are just young and haven't experienced much yet. From an old man like myself, all I'll say is there is so much more to life than drinking.
Now on to the subject of health – many studies indicate small consumption of alcohol is good for you and they would be right. However, do you know why this is? Most people don't. Many suggest small amounts of alcohol raise HDL cholesterol levels, which reduce the risk for heart disease, stroke, heart attack, etc. HDL is the good cholesterol by the way. Now, there are more ways to increase this than drinking alcohol. Walking and other types of aerobic exercise does wonders also as does eating the right foods, stop smoking, watch your weight, and cranberry juice all can increase your HDL levels. My point is; you DO NOT have to drink alcohol to be healthy. There are other ways.
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