Cristy P asked:


I know wine is good for your health. But what is the right alcohol content?

morgan leigh ? kenneth allen asked:


My moms doctor told her that she has to drink a glass of red wine every night to get her good cholesterol levels up a little. What would be the best red wine for that? And it has to taste good.

tripeace asked:


I wanted to start drinking red wine because I have heard of health benefits. I also want to become more acquainted with red wines. I usually drink white wine. What is a good starter red wine that is not too dry or too sweet?

Lanani asked:


And are there other health benefits to drinking a single glass of red wine daily? I keep reading studies that suggest there are.
I think the key to this is ONE glass a day… I would think that becoming a heavy drinker would negate any good effects…

Kevin C asked:


I heard that red wine is healthier than white wine, in terms of calories, antioxidants etc. Is this true, and does it depend on the grape variety or the age of the wine?
Edit: Thanks for the answers so far, some of which have pointed out the benefits of one glass of red wine. I’m a big fan of vino rosso, and drink roughly a bottle a day… am I still getting any health benefits, notwithstanding the effects of the alcohol?

cows4me79 asked:


I have thought about getting some red wine for it’s health benefits. I thought I would have a glass in the evening. I don’t drink anything (beer, wine coolers, etc) so I have no idea which red wine would be “soft” enough for me. I have had sips of wine at like Olive Garden and those were very strong. I thought they actually tasted like stinky feet! Anyway, I just want a daily red wine that isn’t too strong. Any suggestions?

Bango asked:


How much and of which variety of red wine will best promote the beneficial properties (resveratrol) of red wine?
I believe one glass of wine = 5 ounces.
And are any of these characteristics diminished in a cheaper wine?