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Little bit of red wine once in a while could be beneficial

But don't get carried away and drink too much - no more than 14 units per week

28-Aug-2019

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Red wine can increase the number of different useful bacteria that lives in the gut.

Contains polyphenols which are also found in many foods and vegetables.

Helps maintain a healthy weight and reduces heart disease risk.

Even red wine should be consumed in moderation regardless of this one beneficial effect.

This study involved thousands of participants from UK, the US and the Netherlands.

Research by King's College London, published in the journal Gastroenterology.

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Alex White

Science teacher at Howard of Effingham

Caroline Le Roy

Research Associate at King's College London.

Gastroenterology

Journal providing information in the field of gastrointestinal diseases.

King's College London

Public research university

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