Heavy Drinking in Middle Age May Speed Memory Loss in Men

According to a study published in the January issue of Neurology, middle-aged men who drink more than two and a half drinks per day may speed their memory loss by up to six years later on. However, the study found no differences in memory and executive function in men who do not drink, former drinkers and light or moderate drinkers. Executive functions in the brain deal with attention and reasoning skills related to achieving a goal. To read more about the results of this study, click here.