According to a 1985 health survey (1), moderate drinkers are also less likely to be overweight than heavy drinkers (1). Although alcohol has a number of biological benefits, one should not forget the social aspect of alcohol. After a long and stressful day/week, people need something calming. The company of friends and family with a nice cold beer can often satisfy that urge and release endorphins in the brain to send a sense of euphoria throughout the body. ConclusionIt is impossible to give a clear answer whether or not alcohol is bad for the body. However, it can be concluded that excessive alcohol consumption has only negative effects. Everyone is different, and the effects of alcohol on a person vary depending on the person's age, gender, life stage, genetic makeup, family history, and current fitness level. It must also be considered that these benefits and negative effects of alcohol are influenced by eating habits and physical activity. The positive effects are inhibited if someone is not active or does not consciously eat healthily. On the contrary, the negative effects are amplified by a similar lifestyle. This article presents facts about the composition and effects of alcohol on the human body and culture. Consideration should be given to whether the benefits outweigh the risk of drinking alcohol and, if so, of what quality and quantity. Whatever the position, there is no denying the benefits of a healthy and active person