“…scientists haven’t finished distilling the secrets of good health that have been hidden in natural products such as red wine.”
Tag: resveratrol
Is Red Wine a Substitute for Exercise?
If exercise isn’t your thing, maybe red wine should be (well, not quite…). A new study suggests that the resveratrol in red wine may help prevent the negative effects that [ … ]
Red Wine’s Heart Healthy Chemical Unlocked
Grapes (like many plants) make lots of chemicals, called polyphenols, from resveratrol to protect themselves against invaders, particularly fungi. And, it is those polyphenols that, among other things, enhance brain functions, make your bones stronger, is good for your diabetes, keep you young, prevent cancer and protect the heart and brain.
Heavy Metal: Some Wines May also be Hazardous to Your Health
According to researchers at Kingston University in London, wine may actually be bad for you. Heavy metals have been found at higher than expected levels in many wines worldwide, which could adversely affect the health of those drinking them.