Study: Beer is healthier than pop

Some prominent nutrition experts put out new guidelines Wednesday urging Americans to cut back on calorie-rich sodas while allowing more leeway for alcohol and lots of room for tea and coffee - up to 40 ounces a day.

In fact, the scientists say men can drink as much as 24 ounces of beer a day - more than the 16 ounces of low-fat milk or soy drinks they suggest, and three times their recommended limit for fruit juice.

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