The Health Benefits of Red Wine

Heath. Let’s discuss the number of benefits to enjoying a bit of wine!

It helps with sleep – while people are usually cautioned about alcohol interfering with sleep, red wine which contains a key ingredient called melatonin can help with sleep. This anti-oxidant helps to regulate one’s internal clock, and besides helping with sleep, melatonin can also help to prevent cancer.

It is good for the heart

Consuming moderate amounts of red wine can do some good things for the heart. Because it contains antioxidants called flavonoids, drinking red wine can raise HDL levels, which is the good cholesterol that everyone wants; it can also lower LDL levels, which is often described as bad cholesterol. drinking red wine can also act as a blood thinner which can prevent dangerous clotting.

It may reduce the risk of disease

Red wine contains antioxidants that are not only good for the heart but the rest of the body as well. Antioxidants repair cells that have been damaged by free radicals and can reduce the risk of diseases such as diabetes, macular degeneration and certain types of cancer.

It contains resveratrol

Of all the antioxidants; resveratrol is the one getting most of the attention. Resveratrol is found in the skin and seeds of grapes and can help to prevent types of cancer. But another benefit of this powerful antioxidant is that it can help reverse aging helping one to have increased longevity. resveratrol may also help to prevent age-related disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

It can protect you from getting the flu

Research shows, drinking a glass of red wine a day can reduce your chances of getting influenza by 20 percent. Drinking red wine while you have a cold could also prove to be beneficial.

It helps to calm the mind

For some people after a hard day, the first thing they do is open up a bottle of wine. This is because red wine is a natural tranquilizer and can help reduce stress and anxiety.

So, if you’re looking to spice up meals or develop a healthier diet, red wine may do the trick.

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