Oligomeric procyanidins (AKA oligomeric proanthocyanidins… or OPCs) may be what gives red wine much of its heart-protecting power, according to a recent study from the UK. Researchers found that procyanidins in red wine suppress production of a protein that constricts blood vessels. They also found that wines from southwest France — where people have higher […]
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Procyanidins may boost heart health
Published January 8th, 2007 in Healthy Foods, Anti-Aging, Supplements, Heart Health and Health Studies. 0 CommentsDrinking red wine might help to prevent Alzheimer’s disease
Published September 27th, 2006 in Healthy Foods, Anti-Aging, Brain Health and Health Studies. 0 CommentsDrinking red wine may help to prevent Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new study from the Mount Sinai School of Medicine. Researchers found that giving Cabernet Sauvignon to mice significantly reduced levels of Alzheimer’s disease-type brain deterioration and protected memory function.
From the Mount Sinai School of Medicine:
Cabernet sauvignon red wine reduces the risk of Alzheimer’s […]