Too much alcohol is bad for your health. It destroys your liver,
causes cardiovascular disease, and increases the risk of cancer. If
alcohol is bad, then why am I recommending red wine? It's because red
wine is different. Red wine contains ingredients and compounds known to
improve your overall health.
Prevents blood clots Red wine
contains the highest level of the antioxidant called resveratrol.
Resveratrol is a compound only found in red grapes. It is known to help
prevent damage to blood vessels and prevent blood clots. According to
the American Heart Association, resveratrol, which is found in red wine,
inhibits platelets from sticking together. Resveratrol also helps
reduce the viscosity of blood platelets; therefore blood vessels remain
open and flexible.
Protects against cardiovascular disease and cancer There
are two kinds of polyphenols -flavonoids and non-flavonoids. Wine
contains both. Flavonoids are a powerful antioxidant that aids in the
prevention of cancer from cellular damage. Flavonoids along with
saponins help protect your heart against cardiovascular diseases.
Non-flavonoids, on the other hand, help in preventing arteries from
getting clogged by low-level cholesterol. When you consume wine in
moderation, you are raising your level of "good" HDL cholesterol.
Slows down aging
Red
wine contains several antioxidants which are known to slow the signs of
aging, and prevent degenerative illnesses such as diabetes. It also
helps prevent many diseases of the elderly, such as osteoporosis.
Red wine prevents tooth decay
Hardened
enamel is more resistant to Streptococcus Mutans - the bacteria
responsible for tooth decay. Polyphenols in wine harden your enamel to
prevent tooth decay. They also prevent gum disease and reduce gum
inflammation. Reduces peptic ulcers
Peptic ulcer is a
condition that results in acid-pepsin imbalance. The bacteria
Helicobacter Pylori is responsible peptic ulcers. Moderate consumption
of red wine will result in fewer H.Pylori bacteria because the bacteria
are destroyed by the acids and alcohols in wine.
How much is enough?
Drinking
alcohol too much can cause more harm than good to your health, such as
increased cancer risk, liver disease, high blood pressure, and
addiction. So how much is enough? According to a recent study,
about three to four ounces of wine per day provides enough antioxidants
to benefit women. Men, on the other hand, can opt for two glasses per
day.
Alternatives
If you are a non-drinker, I recommend not
consuming wine at all because you may be prone to over-consumption. As
an alternative, you can replace wine with several foods such as dark
grapes, dark chocolate, and blueberries. All these contain similar
levels of resveratrol and antioxidants as found in red wine. Also, don't
overlook physical activity and maintaining a healthy weight to improve
your overall health.
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