These Are The Healthiest Wines You Can Put In Your Body

You may already know that drinking wine can be good for your health. Some people say that drinking a glass of wine can make you live longer, as it can be good for the heart and has antioxidants that can protect brain neurons. Not only that, wines are huge mood boosters. Well, many people believe alcoholic drinks can induce happiness. But wines, in particular, can lower chances of depression. Provided that you drink in moderation (via EatingWell).

Red wines, in particular, are linked to many health benefits. Then again, moderate consumption is key to achieving the full benefits. Too much of something is not always good. Experts believe that red wine can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes in women. However, it is best to consult your doctor about drinking alcoholic beverages, as it can lower blood sugar levels — which can be dangerous for people with diabetes.

According to GlobeNewswire, people have been buying more wine since the start of the pandemic than in previous years. Wine.com, a San Francisco-based retailer of wines, had a 217% sales growth in 2020 alone (from April 1 to September 30), via GlobeNewswire. It may be because many people felt stressed at the time, and the thought of wine made them happy. "All the evidence points to it being good for us. But it may be that certain types of wine are much better than other wines," Roger Corder, a researcher from the Royal London School of Medicine, told The Naked Scientists.

The difference between red and white wine is their process. According to Roger Corder, winemakers produce red wines from fermented grapes, including skins and seeds. Meanwhile, they make white wines without the skins and seeds of the grapes. "So the longer the time of the fermentation with the seeds, the more extraction of these polyphenols that you have. And so the higher the levels," he told The Naked Scientists. Polyphenols are antioxidants that are present in wines, which are good for the body. "Red wines like pinot noir and cabernet sauvignon tend to be highest in resveratrol antioxidants, which research suggests may support heart health," Mia Syn, a registered dietitian, told RealSimple. Experts also think white wine can cause dental problems as the acid in the wine can damage the teeth.

Wines that contain low or no sugar are also good for the body. Syn recommends white wine and dry sparkling. Wines with low sugar content include pinot grigio, brut champagne, and Sauvignon blanc. Wines are healthy for the mind and body, but one must drink in moderation to reap its benefits. Too much alcohol consumption can lead to many health problems, such as liver damage, obesity, cardiomyopathy, and stroke (via Good Housekeeping).