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Can I Drink Wine While I Use Metrogel?
Studies have shown that adults who drink light-to-moderate amounts of white and red wine, beer, and distilled spirits (hard liquor) are less likely to develop heart disease than those who do not drink at all or are heavy drinkers.
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Light-to-moderate alcohol use means having two to seven drinks per week. Heavier drinking can harm the heart. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in people who abuse alcohol.
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