Many of us know that beer is a low-alcohol fermented drink (4 to 5 degrees) that has specific characteristics in its composition that differentiate it from other beverages and give it special nutritional interest. It is made from natural ingredients -water, malted barley, and hops-, has a low caloric content (45 kcal/100 ml), and contains more than 2,000 compounds and nutrients such as B group vitamins (especially folic acid), fiber, minerals (silicon, potassium, magnesium, calcium, and low sodium) and other compounds that may interact with health. Moderate consumption of fermented beverages can be part of a healthy diet like the Mediterranean diet, due to the properties conferred by their low alcohol content and the raw materials used in their production. Some benefits of beer consumption are: Among the main benefits of moderate beer consumption are: Cardiovascular health. Various studies have shown that moderate beer consumption could significantly increase cholesterol levels and help protect the body against cardiovascular diseases. Beer and bone health. National scientific studies have suggested that moderate intake of low-alcohol beverages might be related to a beneficial effect on bone health. Beer and neuronal health. Numerous studies suggest that moderate beer consumption could be considered in the dietary habits of the population as a potential protective factor against degenerative diseases, as the silicon contained in beer could reduce the bioavailability of toxic metals that cause these diseases. Take note of these delicious and refreshing beer-based recipes. Clamachela A delicious combination for this hot season. Fresca Camaronera For this Lent season, I recommend the famous shrimp cocktails, which are nothing more than a michelada, but the secret ingredient is..... seafood, that's right. I hope you like it! Mango Michelada A refreshing drink for those who do not love the bitterness of beer. Michelada The michelada is a delicious cold beer cocktail with lime juice, Maggi, chili, Worcestershire, and Tabasco.