10 Compelling Reasons Why You Need Whiskey

Believe it or not, drinking whiskey in the proper doses may have a positive impact on your health. Both your physical and spiritual states are likely to be restored to their best.

Whiskey gets its name from the Gaelic word "uisge beatha," meaning "water of life," so raise a glass to these 10 potential health benefits of drinking whiskey, cheers, as reported by Rubick.

10. weight loss help

As we all know, whiskey is a low-carb drink, it is perfect for anyone managing their weight.

9. Cancer Prevention

Another great health benefit of whiskey is its high concentration of ellagic acid, a powerful antioxidant that neutralizes cancer-causing free radicals in the body. Single malt whiskey is said to contain more antioxidants than red wine.

8. Stroke prevention

As with all the health benefits of whiskey, the key is to drink it in moderation. Because of its blood-thinning properties, a daily glass of whiskey can reduce a person's risk of ischemic (blood clot-induced) stroke.

7. Whiskey can cure the common cold

You may have grown up hearing that drinking hot milk tea is a good remedy for colds. Unlike other home remedies, this one has a scientific basis. Whiskey acts as a decongestant by dilating blood vessels, while the honey, lemon, and herbal teas in hot toddy have anesthetic properties that loosen mucus.

6. It is a way to relieve stress

You may have headed to the bar after a bad week at work to get rid of your worries, but you may not know that a glass of whiskey can help you relax. The barbiturate effect of alcohol can reduce stress and, if you're experiencing anxiety, also has a calming effect that can help you sleep. That's why whiskey is the classic bedtime drink of choice for badasses around the world.

5. Reduce the risk of dementia

If you've ever woken up from a night of heavy drinking and can't remember what you did the night before, you may not believe it, but a study published by the National Center for Biotechnology Information concluded that drinking one to six glasses of wine a week can reduce your risk of dementia more than avoiding alcohol altogether.

4. Helps digestion

Whiskey has been used as a digestive agent in many cultures throughout the ages. If you've had a big meal, a drink afterward may be what you need.

3. Helps prevent diabetes

While alcohol consumption is not recommended for people with diabetes, studies have shown that moderate long-term alcohol intake can help your body regulate insulin, which can potentially reduce your risk of contracting type 2 diabetes. However, heavy alcohol consumption can increase your risk.

2. Can relieve sore throat

Perhaps it was the river of whiskey that gave Willie his sweet voice because it certainly does wonders for a sore throat. Mixing whiskey, warm water, and honey together make a delicious remedy for sore throats. The alcohol in the whiskey acts as an antiseptic and numbing agent on the sore tonsils, while the honey forms a thick coating that will help the healing effects last longer. If you prefer, you can gargle, sip, or both.

1. Extend your life

A study published in 2010 by the Society for Alcoholism Research found that moderate drinkers in middle age had a lower overall mortality rate than heavy drinkers or even non-drinkers.

Edition: Rubick L.