Sure, but that wouldn't disprove the notion that alcohol might have some benefit. There is evidence that ethanol enhances the liver's ability to properly manag

Sure, but that wouldn't disprove the notion that alcohol might have some benefit. There is evidence that ethanol enhances the liver's ability to properly manage its fat stores, and thus might be protective against steatosis [1]. But this is controversial, and it seems that experts are largely unwilling to endorse alcohol consumption in the presence of any liver problems [2]. 1 - https://academic.oup.com/mend/article/21/10/2541/2738565 https://academic.oup.com/mend/article/21/10/2541/2738565 - He L et al. Dose dependent effects of alcohol on insulin signaling: Partial explanation for biphasic alcohol impact on human health. 2 - https://sci-hub.tw/10.1002/hep.29753 https://sci-hub.tw/10.1002/hep.29753 - Bellentani S et al. Two drinks per day does not take your fatty liver away.