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Wine with Dinner Cut Diabetes Risk

In All Health Watch, Diabetes, Diet and Nutrition, General Health

People with blood sugar issues are often advised to stay away from alcohol. But a major new study shows that a glass of wine with dinner actually reduces diabetes risk.[1]

Researchers at Tulane University analyzed 11 years of health data for 312,400 current drinkers. The scientists found that wine—in moderation with meals—cuts your chances of developing diabetes by 14%.[2]

The benefits do not extend to beer or hard liquor.… Read More

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A Glass of Wine a Day Helps Prevent Diabetes

In All Health Watch, Diabetes, Featured Article

A drink or two a day can help you prevent type 2 diabetes.

That’s the surprising finding of a major Danish study that followed more than 70,000 people.

It runs counter to the advice that doctors gave for years. They warned diabetics and prediabetics against drinking. They believed it caused dangerous blood sugar swings.[1]

But the new research shows the opposite is true—if you choose the right beverage.… Read More