Beer Hops May Be Healthy

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  • December 31, 2005 at 10:17 am #7640
    David Lauterbach
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    Now, you may have an excuse for reaching for a brew ? as a health food.<br />
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    Scientists at Oregon State University say the hops used to brew beer contain a compound called flavonids that neutralize "free radicals," which are rogue oxygen molecules that can damage cells.<br />
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    The researchers say porter, stout and ale have much higher levels of flavonids compared to lager and pilsner beers.<br />
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    Read the Full Story at <a href="http://msnbc.msn.com/id/10052258/"><strong>MSNBC</strong></a&gt;

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