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Beyond beer: exploring the health benefits of hops

Explore the history, potential benefits, and side effects of hops

Beyond beer: exploring the health benefits of hops
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Daniela Ayoub
26/04/2025 16:00 ‧ 3 weeks ago | StarsInsider

HEALTH

Medicinal plants

Hops, the flower of the hop plant, does more than just add flavor to beer: it may also offer surprising health benefits. Long valued for their unique bitterness and preservative qualities, hops contain compounds like xanthohumol and bitter acids, which researchers are now exploring for the potential effects on blood sugar, inflammation, and even cancer cells. Although research is still emerging, findings suggest that hops could support wellness beyond the brew!

Curious? Click on to learn more about the potential health benefits of hops.

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