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Red wine is always a part of the Mediterranean diet. One study1 says it helps in the prevention of cardiovascular disease.
A Glass of Red Wine Equals 1 Hour of Exercise
You’ve read it right. This is the finding of one study2 back in 2012. The study attributed this positive benefit of red wine to its resveratrol component. It is a natural polyphenolic compound in peanuts, grapes, red wine, and some berries.
Jason Dyck, lead researcher from University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine says;
I think resveratrol could help patient populations who want to exercise but are physically incapable.
Should You Drink More Red Wine?
Not everyone is a fan of this study. Of course, exercise has many different benefits compared to just drinking red wine. If you drink red wine as part of a healthy lifestyle and diet, then, it is fine.
The Mediterranean diet includes red wine as part of the lifestyle. In this case, it’s absolutely fine. Healthy people following the Mediterranean-type diet or lifestyle don’t drink red wine like there’s no tomorrow.
Moderation as in a glass of red wine during the weekend is fine. On the other hand, drinking it overly on a daily basis is a different story. If you’re attracted to the resveratrol content of red wine, get it from different sources that are free from alcohol.
Foods Rich In Resveratrol
Instead of drinking red wine for the sake of resveratrol benefits, get it from other sources instead. Here are some foods with resveratrol in them;
4. 1. Red Grapes
Yes, you’ve read it right. The primary component of red wine has already resveratrol content. So, why drink it if you can just eat it.
To enjoy the resveratrol benefit of red grapes, they don’t need to be fermented. Resveratrol is found in the skin of red grapes plus other nutrients including the minerals potassium and manganese.
Red grapes are also rich in Vitamin B1, C and K. By eating red grapes, you get more than just resveratrol.
