Cheers To Your Health, Courtesy Of Wine

We often drink it with a nice dinner, at celebrations when socializing with our friends, or in a bubble bath after a long day to help us unwind and relax. What is this majestic drink that can turn any frown upside down? It’s wine, of course! Beyond the mental happiness it can bring, drinking wine can also be incredibly beneficial for your physical health when it is consumed in moderation. Find out now how wine can enhance your mental performanceand protect your body from multiple ailments, including cancer, a stroke, and heart disease.

A Toast To Your Health

Before we dive right into why wine is so crucial to our mental and physical health, let’s define what moderation is and what exactly is a healthy amount of wine meant for consumption. The United States Dietary Guidelines 2015 to 2020, outlines that moderate drinking - meaning a healthy consumption amount - is only one glass of wine for females per day, and up to two glasses of wine for males per day. According to medical professionals a proper pour is five-ounces, which means you’re going to have to retire that oversized wine glass and only use it for special occasions.

There is also one key chemical compound found in wine that truly is magical with helping the body stay healthy and alert. Resveratrol is a compound produced by plants to fight off bacteria and fungi and aids in the protection against ultraviolet (UV) irradiation. The resveratrol found in wine comes from the skin of red grapes, as well as in blueberries, cranberries, peanuts, and can also be taken in supplement form. Researchers have discovered this compound can boost overall cardiovascular health, protect the body’s cells against cancer, help treat acne, enhance cognitive performance, and is an active element that fights against nasty free radicals.

Next, learn how the antioxidants in wine are the body’s first line of defense against diseases.