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French President Emmanuel Macron sampled local wine when he visited southwest France for the G7 summit in August.

Will France Go Dry for January? Macron Says No

The French president weighs in after health agencies consider the idea. But is a month off from booze the healthiest option?

Nov 27, 2019

A recent study found that men who drank moderately had a lower rate of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Moderate Wine Consumption Linked to Lower Risk of Lung Disease

A new study suggests that moderate alcohol consumption may significantly lower the risk of pulmonary disease in men

Nov 13, 2019

Scientists have pinpointed a gene that helps us detect sour flavors, from fruit to wine.

The Sour Gene: A Mouth-Puckering Discovery

Do you favor the sweet or the tart? Scientists have identified the gene that allows us to perceive sour flavors

Oct 29, 2019

People with type 2 diabetes can stay healthy with a good diet including moderate wine consumption.

Moderate Wine Consumption and Type 2 Diabetes

A meta analysis of research found wine may help diabetes sufferers by lowering blood pressure and cholesterol

Oct 15, 2019

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Image for the article titled: Which wines can I drink if I suffer from IBS?

Which wines can I drink if I suffer from IBS?

Oct 30, 2019

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What's the best way to clean mold from a bottle of wine?

Oct 16, 2019

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Can the Mediterranean diet, including wine, be good for sufferers of chronic kidney disease?

Oct 2, 2019

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Are sparkling wines more intoxicating than still wines?

Sep 18, 2019

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Can assessing wine aromas sharpen my olfactory senses?

Sep 4, 2019

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French President Emmanuel Macron at the G7 summit

French President Emmanuel Macron at the G7 summit

Will France Go Dry for January? Macron Says No

The French president weighs in after health agencies consider the idea. But is a month off from booze the healthiest option?

Nov 27, 2019

Older man enjoying wine

Older man enjoying wine

Moderate Wine Consumption Linked to Lower Risk of Lung Disease

A new study suggests that moderate alcohol consumption may significantly lower the risk of pulmonary disease in men

Nov 13, 2019

Citrus fruit

Citrus fruit

The Sour Gene: A Mouth-Puckering Discovery

Do you favor the sweet or the tart? Scientists have identified the gene that allows us to perceive sour flavors

Oct 29, 2019

Wine & Wellness

Wine & Wellness

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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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The good grape juice: Joe Pesci and Robert De Niro convene over Gabbiano Chianti in a scene in The Irishman.

The good grape juice: Joe Pesci and Robert De Niro convene over Gabbiano Chianti in a scene in The Irishman.

I Heard You Paint Teeth: The Wine Cameos in 'The Irishman'

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Chef Daniel Humm's Davies and Brook occupies a space in Claridge's, a hotel that dates back more than 200 years.

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