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8 ways red wine makes you healthier
As more research is conducted and more information is gathered, the health benefits of red wine continue to be positive. But what really makes red wine healthy? Scientists know that antioxidants in red wine called polyphenols may help protect the lining of blood vessels in your heart. Also, part of a subset of polyphenols is a compound called resveratrol that is linked to additional health benefits.
Here are 8 top reasons to drink red wine:
1. Improves Brain Health
Resveratrol has shown positive results in protecting against Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
2. A Healthy Heart
Red wine supports a healthy heart by reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease.
3. Protects Against Lung Cancer
According to researchers in Spain, a glass of red wine a day reduces the risk of lung cancer by 13%.
4. Sleep Better
Red wine contains melatonin, which regulates your body’s internal clock, so drinking a glass before going to bed may have its benefits. Melatonin is also an antioxidant that helps to keep you looking young.
5. Protects Against Prostate Cancer
Men can reduce their risk of prostate cancer by more than 50% with red wine.
6. Prevents Colds
According to research conducted in Spain, people who consumed more than 2 glasses of red wine a day had a 40% less chance of catching the cold when compared to others.
7. Decreases Inflammation
Thanks to the resveratrol in red wine and its anti-inflammatory benefits, you can reduce inflammation which has been shown to improve overall health.
8. Lowers Cholesterol
Studies show that resveratrol lowers your LDL (bad) cholesterol while increasing your HDL (good) cholesterol. The saponins in red wine also offer several health benefits, including reducing cholesterol levels, killing-disease causing bacteria and inhibiting tumor growth.
As with the many things we consume, moderation is key. Too much of a good thing can sometimes have the opposite effect.