An old proverb saying sake (alcohol) is the best of medicines — moderate drinking can be beneficial, though excess is harmful.
温かい酒を一杯飲んだら気分が落ち着いた。酒は百薬の長と言うけれど、ほどほどにしないとね。
A warm drink calmed me down. They say alcohol is the best of medicines, but you must keep it moderate.
お年寄りは少量の酒で食欲が出ることもある。酒は百薬の長と昔から言われている。
Elderly people sometimes regain appetite with a little alcohol. It's long been said that alcohol is the best of medicines.
医者は過度な飲酒を戒める。酒は百薬の長だが、習慣的な大量摂取は別だ。
Doctors warn against excessive drinking. Alcohol may be beneficial in moderation, but habitual heavy consumption is different.