As well as enabling drinkers to unleash manly belches and develop attractive, proud beer-bellies, apparently the magical nectar helps reduce chromosomal damage from radiation exposure.

Researchers are hoping that the discovery will lead to a new radiation drug being developed, or at least a more party friendly atmosphere in the hospital wards.
http://www.theinquirer.net/?article=25361
Beer is really good for you, scientists say

Now we know what to do during nuclear fallout...hit the keg and swill as much beer as you can

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