Red wine makes for a fine addition to any wine rack or bottle organizer and comes with dozens of health benefits. Consuming a moderate amount of red wine every day, multiple studies will argue, can guard the body against disease and strengthen various systems we use to keep ourselves healthy. Here are 11 known health benefits of red wine.
Lowers Cholesterol
A recent study shared how wines made from high-fiber Tempranillo red grapes can lower bad cholesterol levels.
Helps Blood Sugar
A natural compound found in grape skin can help control blood sugar levels in some red wine drinkers.
Helps With Colds
As you take a bottle of red wine out of a wine organizer, know that the antioxidants play a fundamental role in treating common colds. They work to protect cells against free radicals as well. This can help prevent future cold and flu symptoms.
High in Antioxidants
Antioxidants help to manage oxidative stress in the body. Red wines are high in antioxidants including resveratrol, epicatechin, catechin, and proanthocyanins.
Anti-Dementia
Resveratrol in red wine has been found to inhibit the formation of beta-amyloid protein, an ingredient in the brains of people with Alzheimer’s. Though resveratrol isn’t present in all wines, those that have it may suggest it to be of assistance in reducing the risk of certain neurological disorders.
Reduces Risk of Depression
People who drink red wine are less likely to be depressed than people who don’t. That said, moderation is key. As you’ll find with each of these health benefits of wine, past a moderate amount, wine can begin to cause damage.
Weight Loss
Yes, that’s right. Red wine may help to reduce fat cells in our body. According to research, piceatannol is produced from resveratrol in the body and blocks the pathway for certain immature fat cells to grow.
Lowers Cancer Risks
A moderate consumption of red wine is associated with lower risk of certain cancers, including basal cell, colon, prostate, and ovarian. Recently, resveratrol was found to obstruct certain important actions of cancer-aiding proteins in cancer cells.
Keeps the Blood Vessels Flexible
What you put in a wine rack is likely to be associated with style and taste but don’t ignore the health benefits of red wine. Polyphenols, a type of antioxidant in red wine, are known to keep the blood vessels flexible which aids in circulation and preventing blood clotting.
Keeps Your Heart Strong
The stress we put on our hearts is in part wear-and-tear over time but also come from various sources. The relaxation brought on by red wine and the antioxidants in wine can take some pressure off this very important muscle.
Helps Digestion
Anti-bacterial components in red wine help it treat stomach irritations and digestion trouble.
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