Is Japanese Alcohol Healthy? A Look at Sake, Shochu, and Umeshu
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Recent studies in Japan suggest that moderate consumption of sake, rich in amino acids, may offer certain health benefits like improved skin and heart health, though these should not be a reason for non-drinkers to start. This raises questions about whether Japanese alcohol is healthy in general, prompting a closer look at beverages like sake, shochu, and umeshu.