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People at high risk of cardiovascular disease because of a family history of heart attacks or because of signs of developing atherosclerosis will get the most age reducing benefit from a drink a day. In contrast, people at risk of alcohol-related diseases should avoid alcohol altogether. Smokers and those with a family history of alcoholism, cirrhosis of the liver, hepatic cancer, or other alcohol-related illnesses are also strongly urged to avoid all alcohol consumption.
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