Am I really going to suggest that wine is an effective strategy against the corona virus outbreak? Not quite, but there is evidence to suggest that red wine and compounds derived from wine are potent antivirals. Resveratrol, a polyphenol from red wine, has been shown to inhibit replication of the MERS-CoV (Middle Eastern Respiratory Syndrome) corona virus, and its predecessor SARS-CoV, both close relatives of COVID-19.
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Why wine should be part of your corona virus strategy – seriously.
Am I really going to suggest that wine is an effective strategy against the corona virus outbreak? Not quite, but there is evidence to suggest that red wine and compounds derived from wine are potent antivirals. Resveratrol, a polyphenol from red wine, has been shown to inhibit replication of the MERS-CoV (Middle Eastern Respiratory Syndrome) corona virus, and its predecessor SARS-CoV, both close relatives of COVID-19.
Can a Glass of Wine Benefit Your Health?
People have been drinking wine for thousands of years, and the benefits of doing so have been well documented.
Alcohol use: Weighing risks and benefits
Understanding the risks and any possible health benefits of alcohol often seems confusing; that’s understandable, because the evidence for moderate alcohol use in healthy adults isn’t certain.
Gluten-Free Hard Cider and Other Alternatives to Beer
Although gluten-free beer options are expanding and the selections are getting tastier, some people simply want alternatives to beer. Fortunately, there are several options, including a wide variety of gluten-free ciders.
Is All Vodka Really Gluten-Free?
Most experts consider vodka to be gluten-free, even if it’s distilled from gluten grains (wheat, barley, or rye). However, some people with celiac disease and non-celiac gluten sensitivity react to vodka made from gluten grains.
Battle Of The Booze: Is Fine Wine Over Good Beer Really A Healthy Choice?
In life, we are told there are two kinds of people: wine drinkers and beer drinkers.
Red wine and resveratrol: Good for your heart?
Red wine, in moderation, has long been thought of as heart healthy.
Can You Drink Alcohol on a Low-Carb Diet?
Low-carb diets have recently become increasingly popular as an effective way to lose weight and improve health.
My First Blog Post
Be yourself; Everyone else is already taken. — Oscar Wilde. This is the first post on my new blog. I’m just getting this new blog going, so stay tuned for more. Subscribe below to get notified when I post new updates.
Paul Williams 