Tag: Guinness iron content

Despite the famous old advertising slogan, "Guinness is good for you," the brewing company no longer makes any health claims about its products. This article explores the nutritional content of a pint of Guinness to answer the question: what does Guinness help in the body and what are its potential effects when consumed in moderation?

According to a 2011 study from the University of Valladolid, dark beers contain more free iron than pale and non-alcoholic options, averaging 121 parts per billion compared to 92 ppb and 63 ppb, respectively. However, this marginal difference means no commercial beer is a significant dietary source of this vital mineral, challenging long-held assumptions about which beer is rich in iron.