Many societies and sub-societies practice daily light consumption of alcohol, although less so with better water quality. Frequent "popular health" headlines c

Many societies and sub-societies practice daily light consumption of alcohol, although less so with better water quality. Frequent "popular health" headlines claim that "a daily glass of wine" or "2-3 drinks per week" has some benefits for heart health of whatever[0]. It is perfectly reasonable for people to believe that light consumption of alcohol, like a glass of wine every other day, could actually be good for them. It is false, but it is not a ridiculous belief. I'd guess that more than half of all Americans believe it. 0. https://healthyeating.sfgate.com/list-hearthealthy-wines-10089.html https://healthyeating.sfgate.com/list-hearthealthy-wines-100... "While excessive alcohol consumption can have adverse effects on your health, moderate consumption of wine is linked to a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease." https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/benefits-of-wine https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/benefits-of-wine "Emerging research continues to suggest that drinking wine in moderation — about a glass per day — offers several benefits." http://www.namhpac.org/5-healthiest-red-wine-choices-good-for-your-body/ http://www.namhpac.org/5-healthiest-red-wine-choices-good-fo... "We’ve all heard that red wine has a health benefit or two to offer..." https://www.health.com/nutrition/healthiest-wine https://www.health.com/nutrition/healthiest-wine "If you like wine, you've probably raised a glass (or two) to the reports that drinking it is good for you."