Health

It’s always nice when there’s a little good news regarding alcohol and health. For people in their 7Os, light to moderate alcohol intake may offer women, but not men, some protection against loss of mobility, a study suggests. But the investigators specify that most of this benefit is tied to... Read More

Many women often stop drinking when they find out they’re pregnant. Couples undergoing In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) may want to reconsider imbibing before getting pregnant. Scientists have found that white wine can dramatically reduce the chances of a successful pregnancy for women undergoing IVF. Sharing as little as one bottle... Read More

No one would dispute the fact that too much red wine will stain the teeth. A new study, however, has found that white wine actually does far more damage than red. Scientists have found that whites such as Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio wear away enamel more quickly than red wines... Read More

Several months ago, France caused a tidal wave in the wine world when the health ministry’s National Cancer Institute (INCA) released a study warning that even small daily amounts of wine significantly increased a person’s risk of developing cancer, and for certain types by as much as 168%.  But in... Read More

For many, having a nightcap is a calming way to end a hectic day. But those nightcaps might actually do more damage than good in the long run. According to a recently released study reported on by science daily, alcohol use can disrupt the body’s natural clock and sleeping patterns... Read More

Radiation is a vital part of many cancer treatments. Unfortunately, one of its side effects can be radiation-induced skin toxicity. But there is encouraging news and it involves sipping a little red. A new study of women with breast cancer found that drinking red wine can help limit the toxic... Read More

It’s long been a mystery that’s baffled scientists: how does the resveratrol actually control inflammation? Scientists from Scotland and Singapore believe they have unraveled the clues. New research published in the August 2OO9 print issue of the faseb journal, not only explains the effect, but also shows how it, or... Read More

In general, having a drink or two a day is widely accepted as having moderate health benefits. But could it actually help retain cognitive function? New research out of Wake Forest University School of Medicine suggests that moderate alcohol intake offers long-term cognitive protection and reduces the risk of dementia... Read More

It’s a modern day version of the chicken and the egg question: do moderate drinkers live longer because they are a healthier demographic in general or does light consumption actually add to longevity? A new study has found that moderate drinkers are wealthier, more educated and less likely to be... Read More

Put another check in the “wine has health benefits” column. A new Yale study shows that wine drinkers suffering from Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma are much less likely to die or relapse than their counterparts who don’t drink. The findings were presented this April at the annual meeting of the American Association... Read More