Recent studies show that drinking moderate amounts of beer can help reduce or prevent osteoporosis and strengthen bone mass. Researchers found that female beer drinkers had greater bone density compared to that of nondrinkers. Beer contains phytoestrogens, a plant hormone that some researchers think may maintain proper bone density. Other sources may include orthosilicic acid, a form of silicon found largely in pale ale, which may inhibit bone thinning, though the exact biological function still is unknown. In another study published in the Journal of Science of Food and Agriculture, the male participants revealed a greater bone density, possibly because of their greater silicon consumption from drinking beer, than women, whose primary silicon-intake is obtained from cereal, mineral water and green beans. Nevertheless, the recommended amount of alcohol consumption is less than the equivalent of a small glass of wine per day. Studies have shown that drinking more than the recommended amount may lead to weakened bone mass and other severe health concerns. For now, kids, stick with milk.
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