In France, there is an opinion that rose wine is the best drink for lovers, white wine quickly quenches thirst, and red wine improves health. Which wine is healthier - white or red, is there possible harm to health when drinking these drinks, as well as what unusual wine drinks exist - we will talk about all this today.
Due to the wide range of wine products, it is difficult to decide on one type of wine or another - dry or dessert sweet, white or red. Besides, not all wines are healthy. According to the recommendations of specialists, including gastroenterologists and nutritionists, the daily diet can be supplemented with dry and semi-dry wines.
In terms of usefulness, white and red wines differ from each other, since their production technologies have some nuances of their own. The main source of nutrients in the production of red wine is the skin of the grapes, and in the production of white wine - the pulp and juice of the berries.
It's all about sugar, which is necessary for fermentation. Its percentage in grapes is about 20%, in apples and pears – 12%. As you can see, grapes are of greater interest to wine producers.
It should be noted that the grapevine is capable of producing good harvests on poor soil; it is not afraid of sudden temperature fluctuations or drought. Some American varieties are not affected powdery mildew, nematodes, mites, black rot and other ailments.
Red wine - benefits and harm
At one time, studies were carried out to study the influence different types wines on human health. It was found that drinks made from red grapes are healthier. Of course, we are talking about red wine.
At the end of the last century, a very interesting and educational experiment was conducted that lasted 14 days. Two groups of volunteers were formed. Representatives of the first group pampered themselves with dry red wine every day, the second - white wine. In all cases, the daily dose of wine was 0.5 bottles.
In the experimental group of the first group, after drinking the drink of the gods, within 30 minutes, maximum level antioxidants in the blood. In the second group, no effect was found at all.
You can talk about the benefits of wine if only it is natural. The inclusion of red drinks in the diet leads to a decrease in endophelin-1 in the body, a protein factor that provokes coronary heart disease and other pathologies of the cardiovascular system (CVS).
Wine polyphenols are among the most powerful antioxidants that have a positive effect on heart function. In addition, these substances help get rid of bad cholesterol.
To absorb ascorbic acid, you need vitamin P, which is contained in anthocyanin dyes. Red wine is rich in vitamins and flavonoids.
Remember beneficial features red wine does not depend on its “age”. Therefore, to improve your health, it is not at all necessary to spend money on an expensive drink with 7 years of aging.
Can drinking red wine be harmful to health? This can only happen if the dose is exceeded. People who drink alcohol in large quantities are at risk of developing diseases such as hypertension, stroke, and depression. In order not to harm your body, you need to observe moderation - if you take no more than a glass of natural dry red wine per day, this drink will only bring health benefits.
White wine - benefits and harm
It is a mistake to believe that a drink made from light berries does not have beneficial effects for us. In France, in the past, mineral water was mixed with dry white wine and this remedy was used in the treatment of atherosclerosis.
A group of American scientists found that white wine in small doses normalizes work and condition respiratory system and primarily the lungs. Dry white wine is recommended for people with a weak heart and problematic metabolism. It helps fight some gastrointestinal pathologies and anemia.
White wine, like red wine, can be harmful to your health if you abuse this drink. Wine intake is also contraindicated for people with individual intolerance to the product.
Is red wine harmful or beneficial for pregnant women?
If you follow WHO recommendations, you should not drink alcohol during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Undesirable consequences can make themselves felt even after a glass of high-quality red drink. There are cases where women who drank alcohol in small quantities gave birth to mentally retarded children with allergies.
No alcohol in the first two trimesters of pregnancy, as this is the period of organogenesis - the formation of fetal organs.
It is useful for accomplished mothers to know that when drinking alcohol, the alcohol ends up not only in the bloodstream, but also in the milk. Therefore, no alcoholic drinks while breastfeeding!
Examples of the possibilities of using wines in the treatment of pathologies
The beneficial properties of natural wine have long been used in traditional and folk medicine in the treatment of many diseases. Here are some of them:
Red wine as an effective source of anti-asthma remedy
Researchers at Imperial College (London) have found that resveratrol in red wine has an anti-inflammatory effect. This compound alleviates the symptoms of asthma and other respiratory system ailments.
The effects of resveratrol have been studied at the cellular level. As it turned out, it prevents the loss of mediator molecules by epithelial cells.
Important: in the fight against asthma, it is not wine that is used, but a drug with resveratrol.
Oncology and diseases of the cardiovascular system
Research results obtained by Danish scientists have established that moderate consumption of weak wine is a preventive measure. malignant tumors, complex diseases of blood vessels, heart, which often end in death.
Dr. M. Gronbeck in the 60s. initiated a scientific project that lasted right up to 1995 of the last century. 20 thousand representatives of both sexes were examined. It was studied how drinks that differ in composition and strength affect the physical activity of experimental subjects, their weight and height, and mortality.
It has been established that the consumption of strong wines and beer does not reduce mortality, but, on the contrary, contributes to the development of existing diseases and provokes new ailments. Another thing is that wine products with a minimum strength and moderate consumption reduce the likelihood of cancer processes and serious problems with heart.
“Wine” blow to viral infections
It is reliably known that even diluted red wine has a detrimental effect on the viruses that cause polio, herpes, and influenza. Scientists have associated this effect with tannin, a substance that is part of wine.
How is impotence treated with wine in Ukraine?
In one Ukrainian hotel, guests are offered treatment courses, during which medicinal herbs and local wines are used. Examples of diseases and effective means against them:
- problems with the cardiovascular system - tincture including Madeira, almonds, honey;
- male impotence – a mixture consisting of Cabernet Sauvignon, sage, rosemary. This same remedy quickly relieves chronic fatigue.
Top 5 Shocking Alcoholic Drinks on the Planet
The reason for Prince Vladimir’s rejection of the Muslim faith, which prohibits alcohol in all its forms, was his conviction that the Slavs cannot live without celebrating significant dates and drinking wine, vodka and other alcoholic beverages. Almost all rulers of Asian, European and other countries shared a similar opinion.
We present the five unusual alcoholic drinks in the world.
Japanese bilk
Japan surprises more often than other countries with drinks: cucumber Pepsi and an imitation drink mother's milk. The loudest voices were brewers living on the second largest Japanese island of Hokkaido. They established the production of beer, one third consisting of milk.
The strength of the drink is small - 5 degrees. The miracle of the alcohol industry was called “Bilk” (from the English “Beer” - “beer” and “Milk” - “milk”). It’s true that the producers didn’t look into the English dictionary in vain. The verb "Bilk" is translated as "inflation." Nevertheless, in Japan, milk beer is popular, as is everything unusual.
Latin American chicha
The taste of this miracle drink is similar to that of beer. It was invented by the Incas more than six centuries ago. The technology for producing chicha initially looked like this: women carefully chewed corn, diluted the paste with water, then poured the resulting mixture into clay bottles, where it fermented for six months.
Saliva converts the starch found in corn into sugar. This is exactly how many alcoholic drinks, including sake, used to be made by chewing grains. Chicha came in a variety of strengths: from almost non-alcoholic to 50 degrees. Today you can enjoy this real drink in Ecuador and Colombia.
Chinese and Korean rat wine
Agree, the name alone causes trembling and gag reflexes. To prepare it, newborn mice are selected, it is important that they do not have time to open their eyes and become covered with hair, and they are poured with rice vodka. After a year, the drink is ready for consumption.
In China and Korea they believe that mice are a rich source of vital energy, for this reason the tincture returns lost strength. This principle is taken into account when preparing Chinese lizard tincture and Vietnamese cobra infusion. They are all similar to each other: their strength is more than 50 degrees, and they taste like cheap rice mush.
Tsongsul of South Korean roots
Koreans amaze with their ability to turn unnecessary trash into useful things. Evidence of this is the alcoholic drink Tsongsul. It is noteworthy that he is not welcomed by the indigenous population. Why?
This drink is made from medicinal herbs, sugar and... feces. Current Korean manufacturers use feces of birds and canines. If you wish, you can order a drink with crushed cat bones.
British whiskey Gilpin
As the name suggests, the drink dates back to somewhere in the mid-18th century, and its secret recipe is passed down from generation to generation. In fact, the inventor of the collectible drink was the young and outrageous designer J. Gilpin.
Whiskey connoisseurs are intrigued by the fact that alcohol is produced only to order and each bottle has its own, so to speak, history. The fact is that the main ingredient in Gilpin whiskey is not grain at all, but the urine of elderly diabetics.
The first bottle was produced from James' grandmother's urine. Later, the elderly “business lady” could no longer cope with the supply of “raw materials”, then Gilpin turned to a local nursing home for help.
The label indicates not only the strength, date of bottling and composition of the drink, but also the name and age of the person who allows you to hold a bottle of excellent whiskey in your hands. James Gilpin himself admits that he initially viewed whiskey production as an art project and did not think that his “work” would stand on the same shelf as elite alcohol.
We hope that information about which wine is healthier - white or red, as well as the possible harm from drinking them will give you the opportunity to make the most of the best healing properties these drinks for the benefit of your health.
- There is no concept of better - red or white, there are subjective feelings and personal experience.
- In Russia, alas, the culture of wine consumption is not developed (and maybe this is for the better).
- For a long time now there have been no rules about when and with what dish to drink this or that type of wine. At all primaries, holidays, and simply when visiting a restaurant (at least in Europe), different wines are offered: red, white, rose, and, as an aperitif, sekt or champagne (but real). Everyone drinks what they like.
- The opinion that white wines are light is absolutely wrong. There are very heavy-tasting, even oily white wines; they are extremely interesting to drink, but you don’t want to repeat them.
- The opinion that red wine is more beneficial is also incorrect; this is not true; there are very tart dry red wines, after which you feel a burning sensation in the stomach.
- In Europe there is an unspoken rule that some people adhere to, especially in the wine regions (Rhine-Main, Mosel, Kaiserstuhl): drink wine according to the season, i.e. in summer - light shades, in the cold season - dark. But EVERYONE, without exception, tries wine from the new harvest; on this occasion, wine festivals are held in big cities (for example, Frankfurt am Main). Such wine, of course, does not reach Russia.
- Exist special rules serving wines: glasses, temperature, and decanters (special vessels-vases for pouring wine).
- In Europe, NOBODY will serve chocolate, oranges, bananas, pastries, sandwiches with white wine: only different types of cheese, grapes, figs, white bread.
- You can learn the culture of wine consumption if you live in a wine-producing region.
In fact, it is very difficult to give an unambiguous answer to this question, although, as is known and required by etiquette, the right wine, white or red, must correspond to certain wines, but not everyone is a supporter of stereotypes, because the taste and color - there are no comrades, and therefore, which wine is better, white or red, everyone decides for himself only!
Red wine has a richer bouquet, aroma, and color, it seems to me, than white wine. White is lighter, simpler, but no less tasty if it’s real. Unfortunately, it is difficult to buy truly high-quality white wine here, much less often than red.
You have a moderate amount, both red and white wine are healthy, only with the caveat of high quality!
Both wines contain antioxidants, and white wine is capable of destroying many microbes and viruses as soon as it enters the body; it is generally a very, very ancient drink. It also contains substances that can enhance the effect of certain minerals. You just need to drink it, no more than one glass a day.
There is no such thing that any of these wines is more useful than the other, each is useful in its own way. A lot has already been said and known about the benefits of high-quality red wine; it is better to take Italian and French wines.
Not correct question)) They drink white in the first half of the day, well, and usually drink red in the evening;) So which one is better?
Which grapes are better - white or red? - Depends on the occasion and the person who likes it. The same goes for wine. We can talk about quality, situations and preferences
TO white fish, for red wine. In terms of the composition of microelements, red wine (in small quantities) is more useful. And of course the wine should be real..))
This is all an amateur thing.
For example, I like white wine more, I like the sourness in it, it usually contains less degrees. I usually drink this wine with fruit or chocolates. My sister and I can easily drink a bottle of white wine without getting drunk.
But I don’t like red wine so much, I just don’t like sweet wines, and it’s too strong for me. Although, I don’t deny that there are very worthy wines made from red grapes.
In general, it’s up to someone’s taste, but the most important thing is that the wine is tasty and of high quality.
Both white and red wine can be delicious. It should be noted that red wine is served room temperature(or slightly lower), and white wine should be served chilled, otherwise it may seem too sour and tasteless. White wine goes well with cheeses, salads, fish and poultry, and red wine is usually served with meat (beef, lamb).
Natural dry wine is believed to be good for health. White wine is considered beneficial for the respiratory system, while red wine is beneficial for blood vessels. Natural wines contain vitamins, microelements, anthocyanins - coloring substances with a provitamin effect.
the wine must be good. and color does not play a special role in the choice. I always thought that white wine was not tasty, but after the New Year I liked white wine too)) but I still prefer red)) it seems to be good for the blood))
There is no concept worse or better, there is a concept that suits this dish or not. Either you like it or you don’t like it. White wine has always been paired with fish, cheeses and light snacks. Thanks to the color, it feels like the wine is more or less light and airy; it shouldn’t be accompanied by a table full of snacks and sandwiches. This wine is associated with canapés and a cheese plate.
But red wine is more simple, more popular and more famous. It goes with a lot of dishes that are prepared in Russia. But it’s worth saying that you shouldn’t forget about the strength: there are dessert (table), fortified and sparkling. Which, in turn, also have their own subspecies.
Unfortunately, none of the answers can be considered correct. And that's why.
Decanters for red wine, the wine is opened shortly before drinking to allow it to breathe, sometimes poured into a decanter.
Many scientific studies have been devoted to the benefits of red wine; you can often find recommendations to drink a glass of red wine a day, even doctors sometimes recommend it to their patients. Is red wine healthy and what is its effect on the body? Let’s try to figure it out in this article.
Although experts do not doubt the positive effect of moderate consumption of red wine, there are still disagreements in explaining the mechanism of this effect. Thus, scientists from Uruguay, after deciphering the genome of the dark grape variety Tanna, established a high content of procyanidin (flavonoid, natural antioxidant) in it. Another study conducted at Queen Mary University of London found that the procyanidin content of Tanna grapes was 3-4 times higher compared to another famous grape variety, Cabernet Sauvignon.
Other scientists insist that red wine contains the substance resveratrol, synthesized by plants of dark grape varieties, which can inhibit the development of inflammatory processes in the body, hearing loss, aging in general, as well as senile changes in the brain, etc.
In addition, red wine belongs to the category of foods high in antioxidants. Another similar product is green tea. Antioxidants also slow down the aging process and help fight serious illnesses such as Alzheimer's disease.
How is red wine made?
When it comes to whether drinking red wine is healthy, the question arises of how to obtain this drink. Red wine is made from dark grape varieties, that is, from “purple” grapes, as they are called in wine regions. It is harvested at a strictly defined time for each variety, when the ratio of sugars and acids in the berry reaches the level necessary to obtain the planned result.
It is noteworthy that in countries with a long history of winemaking, such... Like Italy and Spain, the grape harvest has its own name: in Italy it is “vendemmia”, and in Spain it is “vendimia”. Grape harvest time in the northern hemisphere is from July to October, and in the southern hemisphere from February to April.
And, although special machines for harvesting grapes have already been created, however, the best varieties wines are obtained by hand picking, which is more gentle on the plant and berries. After the grapes are harvested, they are macerated and pressed, and the resulting must goes through the stages of fermentation, filtering and bottling.
Benefit for health
It is clear that the bad reputation of alcohol makes one doubt whether red wine is healthy. However, studies conducted in Europe have shown that drinking 22-32 grams of alcohol per day protects against death from many causes. A comparison of drinking wine with other alcoholic drinks proves the greater benefits of the former.
In addition, a small amount of dry red wine will reduce the harm caused to the body by smoking - a habit that definitely cannot be discussed as to whether it is beneficial. Red wine will not harm blood vessels due to its positive effect on their endothelium. Smoking impairs the ability of blood vessels to contract or, conversely, relax. Restoring endothelial cells restores this ability, including promoting normal heart function. Therefore, the answer to the question “Is red wine good for the heart?” also positive.
According to a study conducted by the University of Massachusetts (USA), red wine in limited doses promotes weight loss, as it inhibits the formation of new fat cells and helps fight existing ones.
Italian researchers studied whether dry red wine is beneficial in the treatment of inflammatory gum diseases. It turned out that some components of this drink inhibit the proliferation of harmful microorganisms in the oral cavity, helping to prevent caries, gingivitis and sore throat.
Red wine can improve your condition brain activity, more than 70 scientific studies have been devoted to this. The antioxidant properties of the drink and the reduction of blood clots in blood vessels explain its positive effects.
The University of California has proven that moderate consumption of red wine can improve your mood due to the endorphins it releases. It turned out that wine brings more pleasure if you drink it in rooms with furnishings in red and blue tones.
Red wine can reduce the risk of lung and prostate cancer, and also slow down the development of breast cancer, but you must strictly adhere to the norm.
Drinking red wine increases the proportion of “good” cholesterol, has a positive effect on vitamin C levels, and reduces allergic reactions.
How much can you drink?
The benefits of red wine can only be discussed if its consumption is limited. Is it healthy to drink red wine every day? Yes, but only if the quantity does not exceed one glass for women and two for men. In addition, this glass of wine can not be drunk at any time, but at the same time as food. It is clear that based on our lifestyle, if you work in a team, then it is better to drink a glass of wine with dinner, so as not to embarrass your colleagues with the smell of alcohol.
What is the difference between dry wine and semi-sweet and sweet wine?
The difference in wine according to the remaining sugar content explains its classification into types: dry, semi-dry, semi-sweet and sweet. To obtain sweeter types, the fermentation process is artificially delayed by adding some reagents or by physical action: cooling the product at the required level of sugar content.
Is semi-sweet red wine healthy?
After discussing the question “is it healthy to drink?” Dry red wine is compared to semi-sweet and sweet red wine. If you are at risk of illness diabetes mellitus or you already suffer from it, then there can be no question whether sweet red or semi-sweet wine is healthy. You need to choose only dry food and strictly adhere to the consumption norm.
Controversial issues
After the discovery of various beneficial components contained in red wine, scientists and doctors were inspired to create a drug based on it that could fight many diseases. However, these studies have not yet produced significant results.
In addition, when discussing whether red wine is useful for the prevention of cancer, it is necessary to remember that in addition to the beneficial components, the product contains alcohol, which can provoke the development of certain types of cancer.
You also need to take into account that the beneficial components contained in wine do not come from the skin or pulp of the berries, but from the seeds, which release them during fermentation. However, not all modern varieties are produced in such a way that the substances have time to flow from the seeds into the drink. Therefore, when discussing whether red wine is healthy, it is better to choose one prepared using traditional technologies.
Dry red wine: benefits and harm. The best dry red wines
Red wine is made from different varieties of red and black grapes. A glass of this drink can do much more than just help you relax during a date or after a difficult day at work. Especially dry red wine. The benefits and harms of such wine have long been the subject of research and debate among scientists. As with almost all products, there are supporters of both the first and second points of view.
Doctors who consider the drink healthy talk about longevity, reducing the risk of heart disease and lowering cholesterol. Opponents remind us of the calories it contains, the decrease in reaction speed and the long road to the scourge of the Russian people - alcoholism.
Increased life expectancy
Researchers from Harvard medical school confirm that resveratrol is able to resist aging by stimulating the production of a protein that protects the body from “age-related diseases.” This powerful plant antioxidant is found in the skin, seeds and in smaller quantities in the leaves of grapes. During the process of making wine, it remains in the drink, along with a whole collection of other, no less useful and interesting components, such as tannins, flavonoids, tannins, quercetin.
Memory improvement
A good dry red wine can improve short-term memory. After a thirty-minute test, the researchers found that participants taking resveratrol supplements showed significant improvements in word recall, as well as better job hippocampus This part of the brain, according to modern science, is responsible for new memories, learning and emotions.
Reducing the risk of heart disease
In 2007, the results of a study were published that collected evidence to support the hypothesis that procyanidins, components found in the tannins of red wine, help support cardiovascular health. The content of these components is especially high in wines produced in the southwestern regions of France and Sardinia. People in general also live longer there.
Another study conducted by the Harvard School of Public Health found that drinking red wine in moderation reduces the risk of heart attack.
Improves eye health
Dry red wine, the benefits and harms of which are constantly being studied, has also been noted in connection with eye health. The results of several years of research conducted in Iceland were presented at the annual meeting of the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology. Conclusions: People who drink red wine in moderation are half as likely to develop cataracts as those who drink a lot or not at all.
At the same time, by moderate drinkers we meant those who drink no more than 2-3 glasses a day and at least 2 glasses a month.
Reducing the risk of cancer
According to the findings of researchers from the University of Virginia, a component found in grape skins can destroy cancer cells. This means resveratrol. It works by blocking the development of a key protein needed by such degenerated cells.
Improved dental health
Polyphenols in wine can slow down the growth of bacteria in the mouth and potentially help prevent cavities in teeth. This is reported by a summary of observations published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry (from the American Chemical Society). During the study, the bacteria responsible for tooth damage were exposed to various liquids. The wine showed quite high efficiency in the fight against them.
Reducing cholesterol
Another study conducted in Madrid proved that good dry red wine, such as Tempranillo and Rioja, can lower cholesterol levels. In healthy study participants, after consuming the components found in wine, the level of “bad” cholesterol dropped by 9%. The results of people with high cholesterol who consumed the same wine components showed a drop in cholesterol levels by 12%.
Help protect against colds
This drink is also a good defense against colds (thanks to the antioxidants it contains). Those who drink more than 14 glasses of wine during the week have a 40% lower risk of getting sick.
Is it harmful?
There are many research results that lead to the conclusion that everything that dry red wine brings is beneficial. And, however, there is harm from it too. Wine is not good for everyone. And most importantly, it is not useful in any quantity. In various publications, recommendations for the amount vary - from 50 to 200-300 grams per day. Most often you can find advice to drink no more than three glasses for men and one and a half for women.
An amount of more than 300 grams per day will no longer bring any benefit - on the contrary, the effect becomes exactly the opposite. At the same time, it is important to distinguish what kind of wine is consumed, since only a natural, good drink helps your health.
The best dry red wines
The age of wine is comparable to the age of civilization: real evidence of this is found by archaeologists in vessels with drinks made 2 thousand years ago. These are products made from rice and other components (and not dry white or red wine) - the benefits and harms of drinks with such aging cannot be assessed, because it is unlikely that anyone would risk assessing them personally. The taste is also unknown - tasters cannot try this, as it may be unsafe for health, but this find illustrates the popularity of the vine very eloquently.
IN modern world good drinks are made in several regions of the planet - among them France, Italy, Spain, Georgia; there are excellent varieties in the USA, New Zealand and Australia, in the vast expanses of the former Soviet republics.
The best red dry wines of Georgia are “Saperavi” and “Mukuzani”. "Mukuzani" is made and is considered one of the best wines from the Saperavi grape variety. Aged for at least three years and goes great with meat. Saperavi wine is also made from the same variety (it is aged for at least a year), which, like red wines in general, goes well with meat.
Among the Spanish wines, it is worth mentioning Pingus 2006, which received top marks from wine expert Robert Parker. It goes well with meat dishes and hard cheeses, but its cost is over 1000 euros.
Unico Reserva Especial NV, Vina El Pison 2007, L`Espill, Vega Sicilia Unico 1998, Enate reserva especial 1998 are excellent dry red wines, which received reviews and high marks from famous tasters and connoisseurs.
Dry red wines of France - Chateau Bessan Segure Medoc, Chateau Grand Medoc Ferre CORDIER, Chateau Gillet Bordeaux AOC, Tour de Mandelotte Bordeaux AOC (suitable for almost anything), Premius Bordeaux AOC, Castel Bordeaux AOC (for meat or chocolate), Bordeaux Collection Privee CORDIER (perfectly combined with pates and cheeses).
By the way, French wines are divided into several quality categories, and AOC is the highest of them. These are real jewels among wines - the quality and characteristics of these drinks are controlled by a special institution (INAO).
You can’t ignore Italy - it’s one of the oldest wine-producing regions on the planet, and the drinks here are made to match the taste and quality. The best of them are assigned the DOCG category, and a slightly lower level - DOC.
The best dry red wines of this region are Barbaresco (one of the ten best wines in the world), Barolo, Chianti, Salice Salentino, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Valpolicella. These are drinks that deserve (and have) the highest ratings and are a must-try for anyone who wants to taste great wine.
Produced in different regions of Italy, they are united by taste, quality and reputation in the “Top Class” category. These wines are quite capable of competing with the best products from France, Spain and other wine-producing countries.
Dry red table wine from these regions is not considered high-quality, but it tastes very good and can be safely bought for dinner or lunch.
The benefits of red wine - its beneficial properties and harm to health
Hippocrates highlighted the beneficial properties of red wine, and Louis Pasteur also spoke no less positively about the effects of wine. In many countries (particularly France), red wine is considered a national drink and is consumed by the majority of the population as a daily must-have drink.
The benefits of red wine as a natural product obtained from the fermentation of pure grape juice are undeniable. This drink contains 
a lot of useful, necessary and indispensable substances for health. Red wine contains micro and macroelements: potassium, sodium, calcium, magnesium, iron, zinc, selenium, copper, chromium, rubidium. Thanks to this “bouquet”, red wine has beneficial influence on the activity of the cardiovascular system: dilates blood vessels, reduces the level of bad cholesterol, prevents the development of atherosclerosis, magnesium and potassium strengthen the heart muscle. Wine has an equally positive effect on blood composition, increases the number of red blood cells, increases hemoglobin levels (reduces the risk of anemia), removes radionuclides and reduces blood density.
Drinking red wine has a stimulating effect on the digestive tract: it increases appetite, enhances the secretion of glands, helps maintain normal levels of acidity in the stomach, and enhances the production of bile. Substances contained in red wine normalize metabolic processes, in particular chromium is involved in the synthesis of fatty acids (therefore, in many diets, when many foods are limited in the diet, the consumption of red wine is allowed).
Red wine is a source of bioflavonoids and antioxidants (quercetin, resveratrol); these substances not only fight free radicals and prevent premature aging of cells, they also prevent the formation of blood clots and reduce the risk of developing cancer. Resveratrol has a beneficial effect on the gums, strengthens them, prevents plaque and prevents harmful bacteria (such as Streptococcus mutans) from sticking to tooth enamel.
It also has a tonic and anti-stress effect on the body. When drinking this drink, the endocrine glands are stimulated, metabolism increases, immunity increases, and sleep improves.
About the dangers of red wine
What is noteworthy is that the beneficial properties of red wine appear only when consumed in limited doses - no more than 100-150 ml per day. If the consumption rate is higher, then the harm of red wine becomes obvious. Indeed, in addition to useful substances, red wine contains alcohol, which has a destructive effect not only on the physical condition, but also on the human psyche. The tannin contained in wine can cause severe headaches.
Harm of red wine The damage to the body when consumed in excess is as obvious as the benefits when consumed in small doses. In large quantities, wine negatively affects the functioning of the liver, causes surges in blood pressure, can cause the development of hypertension, osteoporosis, and provokes the development of cancerous tumors. In addition, drinking alcoholic beverages slows down a person’s reaction, causes changes in the psycho-emotional background, and can cause the development of such severe mental illness like delirium.
For people suffering from ulcerative lesions of the gastroduodenal region, coronary heart disease, as well as pancreatitis, cirrhosis of the liver and depression, drinking red wine will definitely be harmful and is completely contraindicated.
Which wine is healthier (red or white) and why?
Madeleine
Red wine is more than just a tasty drink, it's also rich in antioxidants called flavonoids, which have beneficial effects on heart muscle health.
Red wine contains substances that are antioxidants. Wine contains the largest amount of the antioxidant substance resveratrol. It is naturally found in the seeds and skins of grapes. During the wine making process, this substance accumulates and reaches significant amounts in the final product.
White wine also contains resveratrol, but in much less quantity than red wine, since the seeds and skins are removed at an earlier stage in the process of making white wine than in making red wine. Wine also contains the following antioxidant substances: saponins, catechins. They prevent the harmful effects of free radicals on body cells. Antioxidants also prevent the process of cholesterol oxidation and its deposition on the walls of blood vessels.
Resveratrol prevents platelets (blood cells involved in the formation of blood clots) from connecting with each other, thereby reducing the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
Ekaterina Gerasimova
Antioxidants contained in white wine are stronger than in red, but they are much less quantitatively in white than in red. Therefore, it is traditionally believed that red wine is healthier.
www.ruhealth.ru/enoterapiya.doc here is a very interesting article about wine treatment various diseases, sometimes white is healthier.
Julia
Wine, like any other alcoholic beverages, cannot be good for health. Any amount of alcohol, in addition to being a foreign substance for the body, also dulls the clarity of the mind, reduces the speed of thinking and reaction speed. What's the use?
Yaroslav Popov
of course red, because The wine turns red due to the fact that it ferments along with the grape skins remaining after squeezing the juice. From the skin, biologically active substances that are extremely beneficial for the body get into the wine, which color the wine red. Of course, the grapes should be red, not white. If the juice of red grapes ferments without the skins of the berries, then the result is not red, but white wine. Of course, dry wine is the healthiest. Drink it every day, following two rules: no more than 300 grams per day and drink exclusively during meals, and take the first sip of wine no earlier than the middle of the meal, when there is already food in the stomach, this will avoid stress on the liver, because. ethyl alcohol contained in wine is digested not only in the liver, but also in the stomach.
Marina
Dry white wine is lighter, but red wine is better at breaking down fats from food. That is why fatty foods It is better to drink it with dry red wine. White table wines have significant diuretic properties, relieve fatigue, and are useful for weakened cardiac activity. Red table wines help remove radionuclides from the body (especially Cabernet), are useful for anemia, and prevent thrombosis, which in four out of five cases is the cause of strokes. Wine has not only bactericidal, but also hematopoietic properties, since, unlike white wine, there is almost no residual sugar. Therefore, it is recommended for diabetics and people of heavy build. For indigestion, red wines such as Saperavi and Cabernet are recommended. Red wines are generally healthier than white wines, as they contain more healing substances. Wine also has antioxidant properties, which protects against many diseases, including cancer.
Which wine is healthier - red or white?
Madeleine
The French say that red wine is created for health and pleasure, pink - for love, and white wine - to quench thirst. :-))
Studies have shown that red wine has a significant beneficial effect on poor human health. In 1998, the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition published the results of the following experiment: several volunteers drank half a bottle of red wine every day for two weeks, while another group of people from among these volunteers drank the same amount. White wine. The amount of antioxidants recorded in the volunteers' blood plasma peaked within half an hour or so after they drank red wine and lasted for another 2-4 hours. Consumption of white wine had no effect at all.
White wine made from skinned grapes does not contain resveratrol. It is believed that resveratrol is the cause of the so-called “French paradox” (high consumption of fatty foods and low rates of heart disease) in conditions of moderate consumption of red wine.
White wine is not as dense as red wine. The taste of white wines contains berry and fruit tones. These are the drinks that quench your thirst well. To quench your thirst in the heat, there is a recipe using white wine. To do this, chilled white wine is diluted with the same amount of cold water and an ice cube is added.
On the other hand, it cannot be said that white wine has absolutely no benefits for human health. According to the “Code of Enotherapy” by the French doctor Eylo, drinking light white wines is useful for maintaining the heart muscle, and dry white wines, again with mineral water, will help with atherosclerosis. In addition, dry white wines with an alcohol content of less than 12% are recommended for metabolic disorders, stomach diseases and anemia. White wine is also called “light for the lungs.” A study conducted by the University of Buffalo found that drinking white wine is good for your lungs. The results were presented at a meeting of the American Thoracic Society, where scientists announced that drinking white wine improves lung function.
Regardless of whether the wine is red or white, its aging period does not affect health benefits in any way. Over the years, only the price increases, and not the amount of vitamins or flavanoids. If we talk about red wine used for treatment, then first of all we mean dry red wine. And, preferably, young. Semi-sweet varieties, and especially fortified ones, are less healthy.
Ponomarev Viktor
Red. The difference is that white is obtained by fermenting grape juice. All components of the berry are involved in the production of red wine: skin, pulp, seeds. Accordingly, more nutrients are transferred into the drink. Of course, if the wine is real grape: “fruit-bearing” is often tinted.
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British biochemists have shown that red wine has a positive effect on the cardiovascular system. Scientists believe that the healthiest red wines are produced in southwestern France and the Sardinian province of Nuoro.
Olga Ivanova
Red wine contains more antioxidants, but in white they are smaller in size, penetrate the body tissues more easily and therefore act more effectively. Red wine contains more beneficial substances, especially those made from well-ripened grapes with thick skins. Similar wines include: French Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Chilean wines, Cahors. Resveratrol, a substance that increases life expectancy, is most abundant in red Bordeaux wine, Burgundy Pinot Noir, and Italian wine from Valpolicella.
It is precisely because wine is a good anti-stress remedy that many begin to abuse it.
“The first cup belongs to thirst, the second to joy, the third to pleasure, the fourth to madness.”
Inna Lee
Some people prefer red wine, others prefer white. It's a matter of taste. Which wine is healthier? Scientists have found the answer to this question.
From a scientific point of view, not all wine is equally beneficial for the body. Research shows that red wine has a significant beneficial effect on poor human health. In 1998, the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition published the results of the following experiment: several volunteers drank half a bottle of red wine every day for two weeks, while another group of people from among these volunteers drank the same amount. White wine. The amount of antioxidants recorded in the volunteers' blood plasma peaked within half an hour or so after they drank red wine and lasted for another 2-4 hours. Consumption of white wine had no effect at all.
Scientists also found that red wine significantly reduces the production of endophelin-1 protein in the body, an excess of which leads to atherosclerosis and other vascular diseases. White wine has no effect on the amount of endophelin-1. Among 23 varieties of red wines, the most effective were those that contained the largest amount of so-called polyphenols. In particular, these are wines made from cabernet and sauvignon grape varieties.
It is believed that the amount of anthocyanin dyes contained in 200 g of red wine will fully satisfy a person’s daily need for vitamin P, which helps absorb ascorbic acid. There is very little of this vitamin in ordinary foods, although it is extremely important for metabolic processes.
The reason for such a fundamental difference in the properties of white and red wines lies in production technology. The fact is that grape skins release their beneficial substances into red wines. Whereas I make white wines exclusively from grape juice with pulp.
The French say that red wine is created for health and pleasure, rose for love, and white wine for quenching thirst. Therefore, white wine should be drunk in those months of the calendar whose names do not have the letter “r”: May, June, July and August. Summer is the time for this golden light drink. It is not for nothing that white wine is usually served chilled to 6-8° C, and high-quality white wine - to 4-6° C.
White wine is not as dense as red wine. Summer wines have higher acidity, lower tannins, and therefore are not as tart. The taste of white wines contains berry and fruit tones. These are the drinks that quench your thirst well. Sauerkraut - health benefits and harms; Raspberries - health benefits and harms; which fish is the healthiest for humans?
Wine truly is one of the greatest alcoholic drinks to grace our humble planet! On a hot day, there's nothing better than a chilled glass of rosé, white wine with a delicious chicken leg, or some rich red wine served with steak and pasta. Today in this article we will tell you which wine is healthier and why.
What you need to know about wines
There are not only three types of wines, but there are actually six:
1. Red wine- Black grapes are used to produce red wine, including the skins to add pigment. The main difference between red wines and others is the presence of tannins, which come from the skin.
2. Rose wine- Rose wine is also made from dark black grapes, and the skins are removed after brief contact. This wine contains very little tannins and hence has a sweet taste.
3. White wine- White wines are made from white grapes, although some are made from black grapes. No skin contact, so no color.
4. Sparkling wines- these wines can be made from almost any type of grape, and they contain carbon dioxide bubbles - which is why they are carbonated. Most people refer to this type of wine as champagne, but only sparkling wine produced in Champagne can actually be labeled as such.
5. Fortified wines- these wines are not just traditional wines, but strong spirits such as brandy are added to the wine. Adding stronger alcohol results in higher sugar content and less fermentation.
6. Dessert wines- these wines contain more sugar because they are either picked late or dried on straw mats to concentrate the sugar. They are sweet and thus serve as a dessert.
All of these wines are delicious, but not all of them offer the same benefits.
Who drinks what wines?
Did you know that studies have been done examining the types of people who drink certain types of wine? According to one study:
- Those who drink red wine drink much more often than those who drink white or rose wine.
- Those who drink white wine tend to be happy with their careers.
- Most often, those who drink red wines get married and have a diploma.
- White wine drinkers are generally happy to stay at home and enjoy the holidays.
- Red wine drinkers tend to be more relaxed when it comes to their wine preferences.
- Rose wines are drunk by those who like to try new and different things.
- It is common to drink white wine so that you can drink the same vintage regularly.
- 55% of rosé drinkers left school by age 18.
- 86% of red wine drinkers are in a happy and stable marriage.
- 85% of rose and white wine drinkers are single and not looking for a relationship or a happy, single relationship.
What do your wine preferences say about you?
Which wine is healthier: the healthiest wines
We all know that wine is healthy, but do you know how healthy it is? Some wines offer more health benefits than others, so here are the wines you should definitely try:
- Cabernet/Madirans. These two types of wine come from tannat grape varieties, which are known to contain very high levels of antioxidants known as procyanidins. The antioxidant can improve your heart and vascular health, and has even been shown to increase your lifespan.
- Pinot Noir. Of all wines, Pinot Noir has the highest concentrations of cancer-fighting resveratrol. This is especially true for those grown in cool climates. They are obtained from sediments.
- Merlot/Syrah– the aroma of these wines is different from Cabernet/Madirans, and they contain more procyanidins. Syrah is made with black currants added to the wine, while Merlot is made from blue grapes.
These are three wines you'll want to drink A LOT of as they offer best benefits for good health. Yes, there are many other types of red wines, but the ones listed above are the best reds.
When it comes to rosé and white wine, you get a lot of sweet flavor, but almost nothing in the way of antioxidants. The deep red color of red wine is evidence of its antioxidant content, but white and rosé wines have little to no color. It's like comparing purple cabbage to regular green cabbage - there's still some value, but not as much!
Which wine is healthier: dry or sweet?
Did you know that dry wines offer greater health benefits than sweet wines?
Which wine is healthier for you? Red wines with a drier aroma profile have higher levels of antioxidants such as flavonoids and procyanidins. These antioxidants are produced by tannins, which come from the skin of grapes. They offer all the health benefits. Cabernet and Madirans have the most high levels flavonoids, although all red wines are loaded with antioxidants.
Sweeter wines typically have lower levels of flavonoids, giving fewer benefits for good health. If you are looking for a luxurious wine, it is better to choose dry wine all the time!
Which wine is healthier and the health benefits of red wine
So we know that most of the health benefits come from red wine, but what benefits can you get from drinking more wine?
1. Increased energy
Did you know that wine contains living cultures similar to those found in your intestines? Wine is a form of probiotic, and drinking wine helps stimulate the growth of healthy bacteria in your gut. It can awaken more energy in your body. Wine - The best way live longer. While dark beer may offer several health benefits, only red wine offers increased longevity.
2. Prevent aging
Red wine contains polyphenols, which have been shown to be effective in anti-aging. A glass or two of red wine a day can help keep your skin youthful, fight toxins and reduce the amount.
3. Reduces the risk of diabetes
Interestingly, those who drink a glass or two of red wine a day have a 30% lower risk of diabetes than those who don't drink at all. Since diabetes is one of the major threats in our country, it is reasonable to say that drinking wine is a smart way to do it!
4. Slowing down mental decline
For red wine drinkers, you can expect your brain function to decline much more slowly as you age.
5. Fight cholesterol
Red wine contains special antioxidants that can help not only lower total cholesterol levels, but even increase the production of “good” cholesterol. Increasing your good cholesterol even slightly is the best way to lower your total cholesterol overall, and it will help protect your arteries from damage.
6. Reduce the risk of heart disease
According to the Mayo Clinic, studies in mice found that red wine may help reduce the risk of clotting and inflammation. Clotting resulting from arterial damage leads to heart attacks and strokes, and inflammation typically leads to high blood pressure and other heart diseases. By reducing these two problems, red wine dramatically reduces the risk of heart disease.
7. Increased immunity
It's hard to imagine that drinking a glass of red wine is the key to fighting that chill, right? Surprisingly, the antioxidants in your glass of wine boost your immune system, reducing your risk of catching a cold by as much as 40%. This is because antioxidants fight infection, prevent cell damage, and eliminate free radicals.
Pretty amazing stuff, right? Time for me to open a bottle of wine and pour myself a glass for good health!
Did you know: Red wine stimulates your appetite, so it's best to drink it with a small amount of food.
Now comes the difficult part: knowing how much to drink.
None of the health benefits listed above come from drinking five or six glasses of wine a day (sorry, ladies). In fact, almost all the research on red wine has proven that just one glass of red wine a day is the best way to stay healthy.
Research will always use the term "moderate" when describing wine consumption, meaning one to two glasses per day. Moreover, you also begin to lose the health benefits due to increased calorie intake and the effects of alcohol on the body.
Today you found out which wine is healthier for you. With one glass of red wine a day, you will stay healthy without overdoing it on alcohol!
It is not news that among peoples who regularly drink wine there are quite a lot of long-livers. This is precisely what some individuals justify their passion for alcohol. What wine is good for health and what exactly you can find out from the researchers of this product.
Which wine is healthier - white or red?
Natural grape wine contains many active biological substances and compounds. The antibacterial properties of wine were one of the first to be discovered - people noticed that if you drink it when you have a cold, recovery occurs faster. On long hikes, wine was added to the water and drunk without fear of gastrointestinal upset.
If you are trying to figure out which wine is the healthiest, you should look at the composition. White contains many vitamins and minerals, as well as caffeic acid. Thanks to these components, white wine is very useful for colds and bronchitis - it thins phlegm and eases coughs, strengthens the body's immune defense.
In addition, doctors recommend drinking white wine to people who are interested in the answer to the question of which wine is good for the heart. Despite the fact that red wine strengthens blood vessels, some of its components can cause palpitations and even tachycardia, which are certainly dangerous in the presence of diseases of the cardiovascular system.
Red wine is a source of many active substances: antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and other compounds. Due to its rich composition, red wine is useful for lung diseases, high and low immunity, anemia, stomach diseases, and also for the prevention of caries. Catechins and enzymes contained in red wine promote the breakdown of fats, so it is better to drink heavy meals with them.
One of the most valuable components of red wine is resveratrol. According to researchers, this antioxidant prevents the development of cancer and is even capable of eliminating existing cancer cells. In addition, resveratrol has antimutagenic properties.
Which wine is healthier, dry or semi-sweet?
The difference between dry wine and sweet and semi-sweet wine is the complete absence of sugar, which is completely processed during fermentation. Dry wine contains a minimum, so it may be allowed on some diets for weight loss.
Meanwhile, researchers have proven that sweet, semi-sweet and dessert wines contain more organic acids, which protect the body from toxins, improve immunity and are very useful for beauty and prolongation of youth.
