My heart overflows with Joy as a lover of red wine, the benefits are amaezing. 

As a R.N. my interest in the medicinal benefits of what we take into our bodies drives my continual research for the healthiest lifestyle benefits, and this one is sure on the top of the list. This does not mean a bottle a day, more is not always better, reminder anything in excess can have the opposite effect. A glass of five ounces a day, or a few glasses a week is the overall advice based on research.

The properties of red wine for heart healthy has been studied for years and research continues revealing all the benefits. Red wine is rich in polyphenols such as resveratrol: a component with a high concentration of antioxidants that prevents the formation of clots and low-density lipoproteins (LDL or ‘bad cholesterol’). According to the American Heart Association, resveratrol, an antioxidant, can lower blood pressure and increase HDL (good) cholesterol levels. More than a decade ago, scientists reported that compounds in red wine called procyanidins help keep blood vessels healthy. The phenols in red wine contain tannins, which hold procyanidins which help lower (Bad) LDL cholesterol and fighting off cardiovascular disease. John Hopkins University Medical center discovered that resveratrol from red grapes, when turned into wine can help protect against stroke in light drinking, remember not excess. The Israel Institute of Technology conducted studies that revealed red wine enhanced blood vessel health and improved circulation. The heart benefits of red wine just may just have you exploring all the different varieties to enjoy, from Cabernet, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Montepulciano, Chianti, Blends there are so many delicious wines to choose from. Happy tasting.

Raise your glass and toast Heart Healthy, Cheers! 

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