Category Archives: Alcohol

Red Wine and Cardiovascular Disease

Posted on April 29, 2011 by Robert Barrington

Researchers became interested in the health effects associated with drinking red wine because epidemiological studies showed that consumption confers a protective effect against cardiovascular disease. Red wine contains a number of polyphenol compounds present in grapes including resveratrol, quercetin and … Continue reading →

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Alcohol and Omega 3 Fatty Acids

Posted on April 27, 2011 by Robert Barrington

In the past, alcohol, was associated with ill health, and many healthcare professionals recommended avoidance of alcoholic beverages for health reasons. This stance has changed somewhat with the growing body of research that demonstrated that red wine consumption could decrease … Continue reading →

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