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Beer
Score: 7/10Inflammatory
Anti-InflammatoryInflammatory
Beer is inflammatory due to its alcohol content, refined carbohydrates, and gluten. Alcohol in general promotes gut permeability and activates inflammatory pathways in the liver.
Benefits
- Some B vitamins from brewing process
- Silicon content may support bone health in moderation
Concerns
- Alcohol activates inflammatory pathways
- Increases gut permeability (leaky gut)
- High in refined carbohydrates
- Contains gluten from barley/wheat
- Stresses the liver and promotes oxidative stress
- Calorie-dense with low nutritional value
Key Nutrients
AlcoholCarbohydratesSome B VitaminsSilicon
Serving Size
12 oz (355ml)
Tips
If you drink, limit to 1-2 per week. Choose light beers or gluten-free options. Red wine in moderation has a better inflammatory profile due to resveratrol. Alcohol-free days help your liver recover.
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