He also mentions health as a concern but light to moderate drinkers (1-3 drinks per day) are generally healthier than teetotalers, who are then generally health

He also mentions health as a concern but light to moderate drinkers (1-3 drinks per day) are generally healthier than teetotalers, who are then generally healthier than heavy drinkers (>3 drinks per day). A drink of alcohol per day is shown to reduce the risk of heart disease significantly. http://www.forbes.com/forbes/2009/0216/026.html http://www.forbes.com/forbes/2009/0216/026.html