Do you dig wine? Well, here’s today’s good news.
Science suggests that moderate consumption of wine may help out your heart. And according to the National Cancer Institute, “research on the antioxidants found in red wine has shown that they may help inhibit the development of certain cancers.” And yes, you scatologists out there, wine can help put the kibosh on diarrhea. But here’s the new news:
Research now shows [wine is] also good for your teeth and throat. According to a new study, a cocktail of compounds found in both red and white wine fights germs that can cause dental plaque as well as sore throats.
Red wines have stronger bacteria-fighting effects than white wine, although not by much. Curiously, the acidity and alcohol isn't responsible for wine's germ-fighting properties– ”instead, it's a collection of organic (carbon-containing) compounds found in the drink.
The study does not, and I repeat does not, recommend adding wine to your pre- and post-snooze dental hygiene routines. Why? Well, the acids in wine can eat away at your enamel. The remedy? Just hold off brushing for 20 minutes after you sip a fine Chianti.
And if you’re looking for wine that might be both better for your body and the planet, you might check out some of the booze-infused grape juices (a.k.a. wines) made organically by the following producers:
And to learn more about organic wine, click here, here, here, or here.
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