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Beer, wine or liquor? Massive study reveals which was linked to lower death risk
Thursday, August 13, 2026
A UK Biobank study of alcohol consumption patterns found that heavy alcohol use raised death risk by 24 percent compared to abstinence. Among drinkers consuming low amounts, wine consumption was associated with lower mortality than beer or spirits. The study did not specify the sample size, participant demographics, or the time period of follow-up.
