"Guinness: Separating Fact from Folklore. For nearly a century, the popular Irish stout has been touted as a health tonic, with proponents claiming it can cure everything from arthritis to stomach ulcers. But where did this notion originate, and is there any truth to the claims? A look back at the origins of the 'Guinness is good for you' mantra reveals a complex history that may surprise even the most devoted stout enthusiasts."
The claim that "Guinness is good for you" didn't come out of nowhere. This idea actually dates back to the 1920s, and its validity is questionable.
