Loyola team finds moderate drinking decreases Alzheimer's risk

Light to moderate drinkers 23 percent less likely to develop dementia, researchers say

Excerpt from the Chicago Tribune, Aug. 24, 2011

By Jessica Tobacman, Special to the Tribune

"Low to moderate amounts of drinking decrease the risk of dementia or other cognitive problems among middle-aged to older adults, according to a new published paper by two researchers at Loyola University Chicago's Stritch School of Medicine.

Those who drink moderately are 23 percent less likely to end up with Alzheimer's disease, other forms of dementia or cognitive impairments, lead researcher Edward J. Neafsey said.” (read more)