DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Maryanne Kane, Journalist
D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF By Journalists Edward Kane & Marya nne Kane MEDICINAL BENEFITS OF BEER Source: Stock New research by scientists at Dalian Medical University in China has determined that drinking beer has significant medicinal value Here's what we know: Beer promotes good stomach health by creating "good" bacteria in the gut Fiber and other ingredients in beer "supercharge" the immune system The scientists found beer to be rich in many essential amino acids, vitamins, trace elements and bioactive substances that "help regulate many human physiological functions" Beer was found to be more beneficial to the gut than probiotics in yogurt and cheese The scientists think it may also prevent heart disease, arteriosclerosis and improve blood circulation Key to reaping the medicinal value of beer: drink it in moderation The Chinese scientists found tha