Natalie's Wellness Tips

Wine Benefits- CHEERS!
Wine Benefits- CHEERS!

I didn’t want to let today go by without letting you know that it is National Wine Drinking Day.  And while I don’t want to promote heavy drinking, drinking wine in moderation, maybe a glass a day, offers several health benefits.  

Now there are a lot of foods rich in antioxidants and one of those is wine.  

Research suggests that drinking an occasional glass of red wine is good for you. 

It provides antioxidants, may promote longevity, and can help protect against heart disease and harmful inflammation, among other benefits. 

Interestingly, red wine likely has higher levels of antioxidants than white wine. Still, more research is needed to better understand which types of wine provide the most benefits. 

However, it’s important to remember that drinking wine is not healthy for everyone, nor is it necessary. You can reap the same benefits by consuming a healthy diet. 

While moderate wine consumption may have health benefits, excessive alcohol intake can have negative health outcomes. Certain individuals and populations should abstain from drinking alcohol. 

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