Question 1

does any kind of red wine good for your health? thanks

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Tannins not wine : The specific chemical in red wine is called tannin. These chemicals have been associated with lowering the risk for heart disease if used in moderation. Tannins can also be found in grape juice, an alternative for those who cannot drink alcohol.

Question 2

is red wine really good for you if you only have it every once in a while?

Accepted Answer

It's said so.: Red wine has antioxidants which were connected to healthy hearts and other issues. It may be healthy to have a glass of red wine daily, but i don't know that this has been proven beyond a shadow of a doubt!

Question 3

is red wine actually good for your health? (occasionally and in small amounts)

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Bioflavenoids: There are a variety of agents in wine that have a positive health benefit. Bioflavenoids are the most common agent cited in wine. Resveritrol is one named with helpful qualities.

Question 4

does red wine contain gluten?

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No: Red or white wines are made from grapes and are gluten-free. Gluten is a protein found in such grains as wheat, barley, malted barley, rye, spelt, etc...

Question 5

is red wine harmful to thr body?

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Balance is answer: Red wine is in general a safe occasional part of the human experience.  There is evidence that a small dose of this on a regular basis can be protective of heart disease.

But, those with some conditions may be harmed by red wine...Those with heartburn or reflux disease may have worsening symptoms. Those with the disease of addiction must remain abstinent from this common form of alcohol.

Question 6

is a glass of red wine ok to have?

Accepted Answer

Yes: IF you are of drinking age and not known to be allergic to grapes. Your med history and other medical history is not known. But generally, it should be OK.

Question 7

why does red wine give me headache?

Accepted Answer

Happens sometimes: May be due to your blood vessels in the head dialate causing the headache. Or some ingredient in the wine may be attritubale to your headache. Difficult to answer.

Question 8

does red wine cause urine to be colored?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes it certainly could.

Question 9

is it true red wine helps with cholesterol?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Drinking 1-2 glasses of red wine a day can raise HDL (good cholesterol) up to 20% & also lowers LDL cholesterol somewhat. However, even more important than lowering cholesterol, red wine contains antioxidants like resveratrols, catechins & anthocyanins. But more than 1-2 drinks a day is hazardous. See http://www.Peakhealthadvocate.Com/1501/is-red-wine-or-white-wine-better-for-your-cholesterol/.

Question 10

what are the health benefits of having red wine?

Accepted Answer

Has antioxidants: There is evidence that those who have about 1 drink of alcohol a day have better health than those who don't drink at all or who drink larger amounts, with lower risk of heart disease, cancer & alzheimer's. Red wine may be the healthiest choice because it contains proanthocyanidans, which are antioxidant flavonoids. See http://www.Huffingtonpost.Com/2011/10/19/red-wine-health_n_1018934.Html.

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