a-team caught them astounding. what researchers found and young men and among men who drink a two beers a day or two four ounce grasses of wine today after they had a heart attack if they continue to drink the same moderate amount of alcohol they reduce the risk of dying of cardiovascular disease a whopping 42%. previously believed if a person has a heart attack they might want to stop drinking. but the researcher, says not only does this study show that people should not be discouraged from drinking but it may actually prolong their lives. but she did have this important caveat. listen. moderate alcohol consumption levels showed the maximum benefit. but greater than two drinks per day, there is excess risk of mortality. reporter: what is it that alcohol does in the body that helps the heart? it raises level of hdl or good cholesterol. it improves insulin sensitivity. you can better metabolize