Grape juice as good as red wine for the heart, new research suggests: NewsTarget.com

A new study suggests that red grape juice may offer the same protection against heart disease as red wine.

"Grape juice can have a similar effect as red wine but without the alcohol," said lead researcher Dr. Valeri Schini-Kerth.

According to the FDA, drinking one to two glasses of red wine each day may lower cholesterol levels and decrease the risk of heart disease and cancer. However, the alcohol in wine can cause bodily damage if taken in excess.

One of the hypothesized reasons for the benefits of both red wine and grape juice is the high content of chemicals called polyphenols, which have antioxidant properties. Research suggests that antioxidants remove molecules called free radicals, which can cause cell damage linked to heart disease and cancer. In addition, researchers believe that polyphenols block the production of a protein linked to cardiovascular disease.

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