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Whole grilled black bass with salsa duo paired with an Etna red.

Whole Grilled Black Bass with Salsa Duo

A juicy, flavorful take on fish—paired with two sauces and a Sicilian red—from chef Michael White. Get the healthy recipes!

Jul 31, 2019

Is red wine healthier than white wine? Does wine kill brain cells?? Do sulfites cause hangovers???

Busted: 5 Health Myths About Wine

Learn the truth behind commonly held beliefs about alcohol and wellness

Jun 25, 2019

Sugar, sugar ... How much are you drinking?

Cutting Back on Sugar? Here's What Wine Drinkers Need to Know

Excess sugar consumption has been linked with health problems, but that doesn’t mean you have to give up wine

May 13, 2019

Migraines can be triggered by multiple factors, making it frustrating for those looking to avoid them.

Is Red Wine Triggering Your Migraines?

New research sheds light on the complicated relationship between migraine headaches and alcohol

Apr 29, 2019

Health Q&A

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Image for the article titled: Are sulfites added to wines for shipping?

Are sulfites added to wines for shipping?

Jun 26, 2019

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Is yeast added to all wine?

Jun 12, 2019

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Can TCA or cork taint manifest as just a flavor in wine, without the telltale moldy aroma?

May 29, 2019

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Are organic and natural wines better for you than regular wine?

May 15, 2019

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Which wines have the most tannins? How can you tell?

May 1, 2019

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Latest Health News

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Busted: 5 Health Myths About Wine

Learn the truth behind commonly held beliefs about alcohol and wellness

Jun 25, 2019

Delicious? Yes. Carcinogenic? Not so much, per California health officials.

Delicious? Yes. Carcinogenic? Not so much, per California health officials.

Coffee No Longer Requires Cancer Warning in California

The state's health-risk assessment agency concludes that chemicals in coffee do not pose a significant threat

Jun 11, 2019

Scientists have known that resveratrol found in grapes can lower blood pressure; now they may know why.

Scientists have known that resveratrol found in grapes can lower blood pressure; now they may know why.

Resveratrol May Play Key Role in Lowering High Blood Pressure

A new study shows how the red-wine compound can improve cardiovascular health

May 28, 2019

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Is red wine healthier than white wine? Does wine kill brain cells?? Do sulfites cause hangovers???

Is red wine healthier than white wine? Does wine kill brain cells?? Do sulfites cause hangovers???

Busted: 5 Health Myths About Wine

Learn the truth behind commonly held beliefs about alcohol and wellness

That nightcap seems like a relaxing end of the day, but it might unsettle your night.

That nightcap seems like a relaxing end of the day, but it might unsettle your night.

How Does Alcohol Affect Your Sleep?

From increased drowsiness to disrupted REM cycles, here's what happens when you booze before you snooze

Wine can be part of a healthy, balanced diet.

Wine can be part of a healthy, balanced diet.

Wine and Weight: What You Need to Know

As America grapples with an obesity epidemic, wine lovers wonder if their favorite drink can be part of their diet

Wine offers particular risks and benefits for women.

Wine offers particular risks and benefits for women.

How Does Wine Impact Women's Health?

Alcohol consumption affects women differently, offering both additional concerns and benefits

Merlot vs. margaritas; beer vs. Brunello: How does your favorite beverage measure up?

Merlot vs. margaritas; beer vs. Brunello: How does your favorite beverage measure up?

Why the Type of Alcohol You Drink Matters for Your Health

When it comes to health benefits, red wine seems to get all the praise. But it’s not that simple

You can drink wine and still enjoy a healthy smile.

You can drink wine and still enjoy a healthy smile.

What Does Wine Do to Your Teeth?

You don't need to fear a wine-stained smile, if you follow a few simple rules, and wine can even fight cavity-inducing bacteria

Polyphenols are found in the pulp, seeds and skins of grapes.

Polyphenols are found in the pulp, seeds and skins of grapes.

Wine Is Full of Healthy Polyphenols. Here's What That Means

These antioxidants set wine apart from other alcoholic beverages. Here's what they mean for your health

Does pregnancy mean giving up Pinot Noir?

Does pregnancy mean giving up Pinot Noir?

Alcohol and Pregnancy: Is Any Amount Safe?

Consuming alcohol during pregnancy can be a tricky decision for women, especially considering the many mixed messages on the topic

Celiac-disease sufferers need to watch what they eat; but how about what they drink?

Celiac-disease sufferers need to watch what they eat; but how about what they drink?

A Gluten-Free Guide to Wine

A handy guide for celiac sufferers, dieters and the gluten intolerant

Pathogens like E. coli are apparently not wine lovers.

Pathogens like E. coli are apparently not wine lovers.

Traveling? Don't Drink the Water, Drink Wine

Research has shown that the alcohol and acidity in wine can kill foodborne pathogens before they ruin your trip

Drinking wine with a meal can produce some notable health benefits.

Drinking wine with a meal can produce some notable health benefits.

Why Is Wine Better for You When Consumed with Food?

Why is wine better for you when consumed with food? Here's what we know

Health experts say there are benefits to giving up drinking for a few weeks, but your habits when you do drink may be more important.

Health experts say there are benefits to giving up drinking for a few weeks, but your habits when you do drink may be more important.

Should You 'Go Dry' for Your Health?

Abstaining from alcohol for a time has become a popular health trend, but it's unclear if a month off is better than simply cutting back how much you drink

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Will the court's ruling threaten other state alcohol laws?

Will the court's ruling threaten other state alcohol laws?

Will the Supreme Court's Tenn. Decision Change the U.S. Wine Market?

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