Battle of the Sexes: Men vs Women Nutrient Needs

A few beers with the buddies will have little impact on a man's health if he's drinking responsibly. It may even reduce risk for heart attack. But for women, benefits are a mixed bag, something to consider carefully. Studies suggest imbibing in a glass of wine might be healthy, but even these tiny doses of alcohol can increase breast cancer risk.

He drinks:  2 drinks per day (12 oz beer; 5 oz wine, 1.5 oz 80-proof spirits)

She drinks:  1 drink per day