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I remember hearing/reading that 4oz red wine daily was good for lowering cholesterol. Then I heard one news item stating that white wine has the same benefits. So, red or white?

 

Also, does it matter how sweet the wine is? Is a beaujelais as good as a Cabernet (health-wise)?

 

I so understand that grape juice may provide the same type of benefit, but I am specifically asking about wine.

 

What says the hive?

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I've always heard that red wine has greater benefits than white wine (supposedly the concentration of resveratrol in red wine is much higher than in white wine - and that's the ingredient that provides so many health benefits).

 

I'm doing something for my health by enjoying a nice glass of Malbec right now... :)

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I've always heard that red wine has greater benefits than white wine (supposedly the concentration of resveratrol in red wine is much higher than in white wine - and that's the ingredient that provides so many health benefits).

 

I'm doing something for my health by enjoying a nice glass of Malbec right now... :)

 

 

Resveratrol, that's the word I needed, thanks for the reminded. I settled for a glass of burgundy myself - a splash in the sauce pot, a splash in my glass :D

 

Imp, I also get headaches from reds, but not if I just take 4oz. I would take white if imwerent looking specifically for heart health benefits.

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You know, prunes have the same benefits without the nasty alcohol! Aren't you delighted to know that?

 

:D

Rosie

 

Well, "dried plums" with bacon wrapped around them and baked are fabulous! ;o)

 

(Not sure how good the bacon is for your heart, though. LOL)

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Well, "dried plums" with bacon wrapped around them and baked are fabulous! ;o)

 

(Not sure how good the bacon is for your heart, though. LOL)

 

Ha! I'll wash it down with some Cabernet. :D

 

Thanks for the reminder about the prunes, Rosie. If I remember correctly, they are also high in iron, and I could use some of that, too!

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I just recently discovered I like a glass of red wine but how do I store it? After I open it, I only drink a glass and then don't know what to do with the rest or how long it will last.

 

You can find some in smaller single-serving bottles, or try a box wine.

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