The Type of Alcohol You Drink Could Affect How Long You Live

A UK Biobank study of more than 340,000 adults followed for about 13 years examined how alcohol type relates to mortality.

At low to moderate intake, wine was linked to lower death risk, while beer, cider, and spirits were linked to higher risk.

Heavy alcohol consumption increased mortality risk overall, regardless of beverage type.

The findings suggest alcohol guidance may need to account for both total intake and drink type, not just how much people drink.