As alcohol consumption  became part of everyday life, some authorities latched onto effects  they perceived as positive— Greek physicians  considered wine to be good for health, and poets  testified to its creative qualities.
Odată ce consumul de alcool a devenit parte a vieţii de zi cu zi, unele autorităţi s-au agăţat de efectele pe care le percepeau drept pozitive — medicii greci considerau vinul bun pentru sănătate şi poeţii au confirmat calităţile sale creative.