According to a new research from the University of Sao Paulo in Brazil the enzyme responsible for making moderate alcohol consumption good for the heard has been identified – ALDH2.

The study, in partnership with scientists from Stanford University in the USA, shows that when consumed moderately, alcohol can activate this beneficial enzyme. Two cans of beer or 2 glasses of wine is all it takes to activate this enzyme which held rid the body of aldehyde which is a toxic byproduct of alcohol digestion and a stressed heart.