Dr. Daria Podcheninova, an endocrinologist and deputy director of research at the Institute of Medicine and Medical Technologies at Novgorod University, warns of the dangers of drinking beer in hot weather.
According to her, drinking beer in hot weather increases the risk of stroke, as well as the likelihood of heatstroke or sunstroke. This is because alcohol inhibits the release of the hormone vasopressin, leading to increased fluid loss and dehydration.
She explained: "Beer inhibits the action of the hormone vasopressin, which is responsible for regulating fluid balance in the body, leading to increased fluid loss. In such conditions, the likelihood of sunstroke and heatstroke increases, as does the risk of stroke."
She added that if alcohol is consumed during hot weather, it is advisable to drink one or two glasses of water for every alcoholic drink, and to avoid direct exposure to sunlight for one to two hours after drinking.
The doctor also warned people with kidney and heart problems to be careful, noting that some foods and drinks such as watermelon, cucumber, grapes, coffee and green tea have a diuretic effect, which may contribute to an increased risk of dehydration.
