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Drinking wine could help you lose weight

A study that will please wine-lovers everywhere - by Laura Barry
  • 23 May 2019
Drinking wine could help you lose weight
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Is there anything more luxurious and relaxing than enjoying a fabulous drop of wine with dinner, or on the couch as you unwind after a hectic week? We think not! But alas, our wine consumption has – until now – been deemed an indulgence that can contribute to weight gain and other health issues.

However, according to a study conducted by Washington State University, that may not be quite true.

The findings of the study suggest that drinking wine can actually lead to weight loss, provided you don’t drink more than two glasses and only drink wine in the evening.

According to the study, wine contains resveratrol which can turn white fat (bad fat) into beige fat (good fat that can be burned off easier). Resveratrol is found in fruit, and it can increase gene expression, which increases oxidation of dietary fats so the body won’t be overloaded.

However, the researchers  did reveal that it’s better to eat fruit to stimulate this effect in your body, as the effect will not be quite as effective when drinking wine.

  

This article originally appeared on Better Homes and Gardens.

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Laura Barry is a writer, bookworm and interior design enthusiast with a love for reporting on all things homes and lifestyle. When not tapping away at her keyboard, Laura can be found making endless cups of tea or perusing the shelves of Sydney’s many bookstores.

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