Alcohol reduces risk of rheumatoid arthritis.

A study suggests that tthe heavier the drinker, the less likely you are to get rheumatoid arthritis.

Two different studies ,with over 2,700 people found that drinking had a protective effect against arthritis, even if you smoke or had a genetic disposition to arthritis.

Those with the highest intake were 50% less likely to get arthritis than those who drank the least.