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Episode 108 - Booze & BP: A Love Story with a Pressure Point
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Episode 108 - Booze & BP: A Love Story with a Pressure Point

Raising a glass might raise more than just spirits – a lighthearted look at the sobering link between sips and systolics.

The research titled "Alcohol Intake and Blood Pressure Levels: A Dose-Response Meta-Analysis of Nonexperimental Cohort Studies" delves deep into the intricate relationship between alcohol consumption and blood pressure levels.1 Through a meticulous dose-response meta-analysis, the study uncovers a significant connection between the volume of alcohol consumed and subsequent changes in both systolic and diastolic blood pressure. To ensure accuracy, the research considered a myriad of factors, from study design and cohort characteristics to exposure levels and potential confounders. For clarity in quantification, the study equated one drink to 12 grams of alcohol, aiming to shed light on how varying alcohol consumption levels might influence blood pressure over time.

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Di Federico et al. (2023). "Alcohol Intake and Blood Pressure Levels: A Dose-Response Meta-Analysis of Nonexperimental Cohort Studies." Hypertension. 2023;0, https://doi.org/10.1161/HYPERTENSIONAHA.123.21224.

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