It's okay to have a drink now and then. Some elements of alcoholic beverages can even do your body a little good. Most of know of the benefits of wine, but do you know the benefit of hops? Hops are the most common element in beer--they're what give beer its bitter taste. The oils from hops are also used in a variety of products you will find on your supermarket shelves. These oils and extracts are used to flavor candy, gelatin, and yeast. They’re also used in pudding, ice creams, gum, baked goods, and a variety of condiments.
For us, the most notable thing about hops is its naturopathic history. The plant it comes from contains trace elements of a sedative (different from a sleep aid, as a sedative is designed to relax you and not put you to sleep). Sedatives are used to relieve anxiety. Along with anxiety, hops are also good for cardiovascular disorders, hyperactivity, shock, ulcers, and toothaches. In addition, the plant contains hormones that are very similar to estrogen. Therefore hops might help relieve some of the symptoms of menopause. Also because of these hormones, hops may be able to alleviate pain from arthritis. There are anti-inflammatory properties found in the hops herb that can help arthritis patients. While there are some health benefits of hops, there are also some precautions when consuming the herb. Hops can lower blood sugar levels by a significant amount that could cause hypoglycemia in diabetics.
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