Not all alcohol is the same... as study reveals which type is most dangerous and the drink that actually lowers your risk of death

As health authorities in the US increasingly warn against drinking alcohol regularly, a new study has revealed which alcoholic beverages most raise the risk of chronic diseases like cancer.


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