The Occasional Red Wine
The Benefits of Red Wine
The ancient Egyptians and Greeks considered wine to be “good for health” and used it as a form of medicine. Today, we are certain that the skin and seeds of grapes may have cancer-fighting properties. The red and purple grapes contain more resveratrol than green grapes. Resveratrol is an antioxidant that researchers continue to study. If you don’t drink alcohol, there’s no health reason to start. The bottom line: red wine is a great occasional treat!
Serving Size: 1 full glass (5.0 fl oz). Talk with your provider about what’s right for you.
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 0 grams
- Sodium:7 milligrams
- Potassium: 224.79 milligrams
- Carbohydrates:4.6 grams
- Sugars: 1.1 gram
- Protein: 0.1 gram
- Calcium:1%
- Iron: 5%
This article is general information, not medical advice. Talk with your provider about what is right for you. In an emergency, call 911.
