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09/21/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
A balancing act for Alzheimer’s: Researchers explore resveratrol’s antioxidant effects and the risks of alcohol consumption
People battling with Alzheimer’s disease may have heard of resveratrol, a natural compound found in grapes. Resveratrol is a powerful antioxidant that protects cells against oxidative damage caused by free radicals. Free radicals are compounds that can be harmful when there are too much of them in the body. They are linked to a host of diseases, such […]
08/12/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Drink your worries away? Researchers look into resveratrol as a means to reduce depression and anxiety
A study published in the journal Neuropharmacology found that plant-based compound resveratrol can potentially lower depression and anxiety. This is because resveratrol inhibits enzyme expression of phosphodiesterase 4 or PDE4, which is linked to depression and anxiety. Current antidepressants focus on other components of the brain such as serotonin. But only one-third of patients with depression enter full remission using these […]
06/23/2020
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By Franz Walker
Researchers could develop more durable and flexible wearable devices using acid from an unlikely source: Red wine
The next generation of wearable technology could be developed with materials from a most unlikely source: red wine. A team of scientists are looking at using tannic acid found in red wine to help create flexible fibers for use in wearable devices. In a recent study published in the journal Small, researchers from the University of Manchester, the tannic acid […]
04/23/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Red wine and dealcoholized red wine can defeat oral bacteria
Polyphenols are active plant compounds whose health-promoting activities are well-documented by studies. These secondary metabolites are produced by plants to boost their defenses against ultraviolet radiation and pathogens, indicating that they are natural antioxidants and antimicrobials. But these beneficial properties of polyphenols are not only applicable to plants. Multiple studies suggest that these compounds – which are […]
04/17/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Evaluating the effects of red wine and polyphenol-rich extracts on periodontal pathogens
Spanish researchers evaluated the antimicrobial activity of red wine and polyphenol-rich enological extracts against periodontal pathogens, such as Porphyromonas gingivalis, Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans and Fusobacterium nucleatum, as well as total bacteria growing in an in vitro oral biofilm static model. Their findings were published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Previous studies show that polyphenols are […]
04/07/2020
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By Ralph Flores
Researchers explore the effects of a plant compound called resveratrol in patients with ulcerative colitis
People suffering from ulcerative colitis can benefit from a plant compound found in red wine and chocolate. A recent study published in the Archives of Medical Research revealed that resveratrol can improve the quality of life of patients with ulcerative colitis. What is ulcerative colitis? Ulcerative colitis is a chronic disease that affects the inner lining of […]
02/13/2020
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By Ralph Flores
Wow, that’s tart: Research shows astringency or dryness in red wine is linked to tannins and interactions with saliva
Nothing says “sophistication” better than a glass of red wine. In fact, people who know their wine can easily tell you which foods go well with dry wines like Cabernet Sauvignon, and which ones are perfect for fruity reds like Pinot Noir. But what makes a wine “dry”? A recent study found that the perception of dryness is influenced by […]
01/03/2020
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By Edsel Cook
Resveratrol in red wine shown to lower blood pressure in animal subjects
Red wine contains resveratrol, a natural chemical that lowers blood pressure. Researchers from the U.K. reported that the compound might serve as a new treatment for hypertension. Resveratrol appears in the skin of a grape. It possesses many properties that benefit human health. Proponents say the molecule may improve cancer, cardiovascular disease, dementia, and many […]
09/06/2019
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By Stephanie Diaz
A look at how ancient Greeks tended their vineyards
Archeologists found an ancient estate with a vineyard at Zur Natan in central Israel. This vineyard was once owned by a wealthy Samaritan 1,600 years ago. Ancient Greek vineyard was once owned by “Master Adios” A Greek writing, which reads “Only God help the beautiful property of Master Adios” was found in a winepress, which […]
03/12/2019
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By Cassie B.
Compound in red wine can slow down aging
Many people like to unwind at the end of a long week by having a glass or two of red wine, and it turns out that this habit could be doing your body just as much good as it does your mind. New research from the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research Institute […]
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