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Red Wine Benefits
Red wine, cholesterol, and cardiovascular disease:
The relation between red wine (polyphenolic extracts) and risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease was examined as part of a review by de Gaetano G, et al in a European project FAIR CT 97 3261″Wine & Cardiovascular Disease”. Results from a study of 40 healthy volunteers in Barcelona showed a significant increase in HDL (“good”) cholesterol levels and a decreased oxidation of LDL (“bad”) cholesterol after red wine consumption (30 g alcohol daily for 4 weeks) as compared to the same amount of alcohol given as spirit such as vodka, whiskey, gin, tequila, and rum. Additionally, a meta-analysis indicated a significant negative relationship between moderate wine drinking of 150-300 ml daily and the risk of cardiovascular events. In conclusion, moderate wine consumption is linked with prevention of cardiovascular disease. (2)
