Wine and Women

When it comes to drinking, women face particular health considerations

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Women who choose to drink wine face questions about fertility, menopause, cancer and more. (Nathan Hackett)
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Biologically, women and men face different issues when it comes to drinking. From the basics of alcohol metabolism to concerns about fertility, menopause, bone health, cancer and more, there's a lot to consider, but experts say that women can still incorporate moderate drinking into a healthy lifestyle. Learn more. 

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