Drinking a small amount of red wine can prevent cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. Li Song, chief physician of the Cardiology Department V at the University Town Hospital of Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, explains that red wine can increase high-density lipoprotein (HDL) in the blood, effectively lower blood cholesterol, and prevent and treat atherosclerosis.
"Moderate drinking is beneficial to health," but how much is appropriate? Experts believe that, based on an alcohol content of 12%, the daily intake should not exceed 250ml (equivalent to the capacity of a breakfast milk carton), otherwise it will be harmful to health.
The best time to drink wine is generally at dinner (around 6 PM), because the liver's decomposition of alcohol requires the participation of various enzymes and vitamins. At this time, the body has relatively more enzymes that help with alcohol metabolism, which is beneficial for breaking down alcohol. Additionally, drinking in the evening will not affect work, and it can even help you fall asleep soundly.