nReduced risk of CAD with
<=2 drinks/day
uincreased HDL, inhibition
of platelet activity
nReduction in Cerebral
Vascular Disease (Stroke)
ureduced platelet
activity
n50% greater risk of
hypertension with 3-4 drinks/day
nCardiomyopathy (weakened
heart muscle)
uimpaired protein
metabolism, free radicals
nArrhythmias caused by
alcohol effect on sinoatrial node