Tag: Iron in beer

According to research from the University of Wisconsin, the flavonoids found in dark beer may offer anti-clotting benefits. This sparks the debate: is Guinness stout healthy for you, or is its reputation as a health tonic simply clever marketing?.

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.

Despite a long-running marketing slogan proclaiming "Guinness is good for you," modern science and nutrition experts offer a more nuanced perspective on the potential benefits of Guinness. For instance, a pint of Guinness Draught is surprisingly lower in calories than many premium lagers, but its nutritional contributions are minimal and must be weighed against the risks of alcohol consumption.