A moderate amount of beer may strengthen bones, according to a study from the National Institute of Health.
Researchers found beer contains silicon, an ingredient which is known to help build bones.
"But not all beers are silicon-equals," said Dr. Dave Hnida.
"Pale ales top the list of bone builders. They contain an average of 36 milligrams of silicon," Hnida said. "That's followed by regular ale with 33 milligrams, regular lagers have 24, wheat beers have about 18 and light beers have about 16 milligrams."The recommended amount of silicon ranges from 20 to 50 milligrams a day.
Hnida said silicon can be found in foods such as fish, apples, bananas, corn and other fruits and vegetables, but it appears the silicon in beer is more easily absorbed by the body."
That's what many of you wanted to hear, yes?
"But remember, drinking more beer won't make your bones unbreakable," warned Hnida.
"In fact, drink too much and your bones will actually lose calcium making them weaker."
That, you didn't want to hear.
