| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2717538 | The American Journal of Medicine | 2008 | 13 Pages |
Abstract
Compared with abstainers and heavier drinkers, persons who consume 0.5 to 1.0 drink per day have a lower risk of hip fracture. Although available evidence suggests a favorable effect of alcohol consumption on bone density, a precise range of beneficial alcohol consumption cannot be determined.
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Authors
Karina M. MD, MS, Hillary V. MD, MS, MPH, Jeffrey L. MD, MPH, Shadi MD, Amina MD, MPH, Kenneth A. MD, PhD, Rubina MD, MS, Julia H. MD, MPH,