> red wine is made by crushing and fermenting dark-coloured, whole grapes. Grapes are rich in antioxidants, including resveratrol, catechin, epicatechin and proanthocyanidins.
> moderate amounts of red wine have health benefits, mainly due to its high antioxidant content.
> moderate red wine consumption is: [1] 1–1.5 glasses a day for women, [2] 1–2 glasses a day for men.
> increases gut microbiota diversity (a sign of gut health).
> moderate drinkers have a lower incidence of cardiovascular disease, mortality and type-2 diabetes.
> reduces risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, and depression.
> reduces insulin resistance and helps regulate bood glucose levels.
> reduces risk of COVID-19 infection - while beer and spirits increase risk.
> may reduce the risk of heart disease - retains “good” cholesterol and reduces oxidation of “bad” cholesterol.
Caution
Drinking this amount of red wine in addition to other alcoholic beverages could easily put you in the range of excessive consumption.
If you have a history of substance abuse, then you should avoid wine and any other alcoholic beverage completely.
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