Making Sense of Wine and Your Health

While alcohol consumption has risks, there's scientific evidence that wine can be part of a healthy lifestyle; plus, answers to common questions about wine and health

An illustration of people performing a range of activities while drinking wine or carrying wine bottles — While there are good questions to be asked about wine and wellness, it's clear that moderate drinking can contribute to good health. (Nathan Hackett)

From the Apr 30, 2023, issue

One day, headlines sing the virtues of a glass of Pinot Noir with dinner. The next, they proclaim that no amount of alcohol is safe for anyone. What’s behind this vacillation? And what’s a wine lover to do? Read on for answers to common questions about wine and health, including concerns about the definition of moderate drinking, alcohol study methodology, polyphenols, Dry January and abstaining from alcohol in the short term, wine and sleep, and COVID-19.

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