Studies show a link between red wine and decreased risk of heart disease. Red wine may reduce blood clotting in a way similar to the effects of aspirin. Red wine also contains antioxidants. A diet high in antioxidants leads to a decreased oxidation of LDL cholesterol and less plaque formation in your arteries.
If you already drink wine, continuing to do so in moderation (less than 4 ounces of wine per day) may be beneficial. If you do not currently consume wine, I do not recommend...
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A note from Dr. Cogen: When thinking about the long list of issues today's teens must face, alcohol use is near the top. The pressure... Read more »
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This weekend I rowed in my first college regatta. Since Dartmouth was hosting, the team didn't have to travel for the race, which was good... Read more »
British researchers have found that some red wines may protect blood vessels. The study found that red wines that have high concentrations of a... Read more »
Drinking coffee before eating a high-carb breakfast may cause a dramatic rise in blood sugar, a new study suggests. Canadian researchers studied 10... Read more »
Diabetics know that a high-carb diet is unhealthy, but a new study suggest a low-fat diet may be just as bad. The two-year study of 61 people found... Read more »
High blood sugar levels increase people's risk of developing heart disease, especially among women, new research suggests. In fact, according to a... Read more »
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