brownie Posted November 30, 2006 Report Share Posted November 30, 2006 Good news for red-wine drinkers, me in particular since I often travel to southwestern France and enjoy the local wines! From BBC NEWS RED WINE HEALTH LOCATIONS FOUND Those seeking a longevity-boosting tipple should turn their attention to red wines from Sardinia and south-west France, a study concludes. UK researchers discovered chemicals called procyanidins were responsible for red wine's well-documented heart-protecting effect. And they found traditionally made wines from these areas had more procyanidins than wines in other parts of the world. The research is published in the journal Nature. There is a 19th century expression: 'A man is only as old as his arteries' Professor Roger Corder, Queen Mary, University of London Previous studies have revealed regular, moderate consumption of red wine is linked to a reduced risk of heart disease and lower mortality. A class of chemicals called polyphenols, of which there are many varieties, are thought to be responsible. Using endothelial cells (cells that line the vascular system), the researchers pinpointed polyphenols called procyanidins as those that provided the most potent protective effect. They then tested red wines from around the world to measure their levels of procyanidins, including wines from Nuoro province in Sardinia and the Gers region of the Midi-Pyrenees in south-west France, areas famous for their population's longevity. They discovered wines from these regions had on average between two and four times the level of procyanidin compared with wines from countries including Spain, Australia, South America and the US. Traditionally made Professor Roger Corder, from the William Harvey Research Institute, at Queen Mary, University of London, said: "There is a 19th Century expression: 'A man is only as old as his arteries', which can be taken to mean that those with the healthiest arteries live longer. "So it was of great interest to us when we found both in Sardinia and in south-west France that the wines made in these in areas had higher levels of procyanidins." The researchers believe the way that wines are made is the key. In traditional wine making, said Professor Corder, grapes have a three to four week fermentation period, allowing for full extraction of the chemical from the skin and the seed. Those who do enjoy a tipple should keep within the recommended levels Cathy Ross, British Heart Foundation Modern-style wines are only fermented for a week, resulting in little or no procyanidin. He added that the grape was also important and the tannat, cabernet sauvignon and Nebbelio grapes made procyanidin-rich wines. Professor Corder said: "The traditional production methods used in Sardinia and south-western France ensure that the beneficial compounds, procyanidins, are efficiently extracted. "This may explain the strong association between consumption of traditional tannic wines with overall wellbeing, reflected in greater longevity." Cathy Ross, cardiac nurse at the British Heart Foundation (BHF), said: "While we have known for some time that a moderate amount of alcohol can help to reduce your risk of developing heart disease, we would not recommend anyone to start drinking. Those who do enjoy a tipple should keep within the recommended levels. "There are better ways to reduce your risk. Stopping smoking, eating a healthy diet low in saturated fat and getting at least 30mins of exercise five times a week will all help your heart." Story from BBC NEWS: http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/pr/fr/-/1/hi/health/6195220.stm Published: 2006/11/30 00:09:34 GMT © BBC MMVI To everyone's good health Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Claude Posted November 30, 2006 Report Share Posted November 30, 2006 The problem is to stay within the recommended dosis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EKE BBB Posted November 30, 2006 Report Share Posted November 30, 2006 The problem is to stay within the recommended dosis Specially if brownie offers you one of his "wine specialties"! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeweil Posted November 30, 2006 Report Share Posted November 30, 2006 The Tyrolian grape cures use freshly pressed grape juice for good reason. There are numerous physicians saying the negative effects of the alcohol contained are a high price for the postive effects of some of the substances in the grapes. One French physician collaborated with a viticulturist for a brand of wine without alcohol (they call the brand vino zero), but the problem is that the alcohol acts as a solvent for most of the aromas that make wine so unique. I tried it - it's nice but so far cannot compete with the bouquet of a good bottle; but their non-alcoholic sparkling is indeed very nice and refreshing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
porcy62 Posted November 30, 2006 Report Share Posted November 30, 2006 (edited) If you can't appreciate the positive effects of a great wine, or a good jazz vinyl, for your mental health, you need a good doctor, no matters what the analysis of your liver indicate. Edited November 30, 2006 by porcy62 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Alfredson Posted December 1, 2006 Report Share Posted December 1, 2006 So, is two bottles a day too much? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Son-of-a-Weizen Posted December 1, 2006 Report Share Posted December 1, 2006 Day after Thanksgiving I knocked a full (well, minus a glass) magnum of red off the counter and it smashed on the tile floor. Actually, now that I think about it....that tile floor has started to look and feel a bit perkier the past couple of days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted December 1, 2006 Report Share Posted December 1, 2006 To our everlasting health: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnS Posted December 1, 2006 Report Share Posted December 1, 2006 The problem is to stay within the recommended dosis Definitely my problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sidewinder Posted December 1, 2006 Report Share Posted December 1, 2006 If you can't appreciate the positive effects of a great wine, or a good jazz vinyl, for your mental health, you need a good doctor, no matters what the analysis of your liver indicate. Ah, red wine and good jazz vinyl. A combination made in heaven ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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