Red Wine, The French Paradox and The Truth About Alcohol and Health

For decades, the French Paradox has suggested that a diet loaded with cheese, butter, and other saturated fats can coexist with low rates of heart disease—if you just sip a little wine. But, as with many nutrition headlines, the truth is far more complicated. So join us, two registered dietitians, as we explore how red wine became a “health” beverage, unpack what the science really says about alcohol and health, and examine why resveratrol, observational studies, and the way health data is recorded can make it tricky to separate fact from fiction. Want to support the show and get bonus episodes? Join our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/nutritionformortals Leave us a voicemail that may be featured on a future episode! Call us at (562)-N4M-POD1 (562-646-7631). We’ve got MERCH! Make sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! Things we talked about and additional reading: 1991 60 Minutes Episode 2009 60 Minutes Episode 2003 Sirtuin Article Resveratrol Article #1 Resveratrol Article #2 Resveratrol Article #3 Resveratrol Article #4 Resveratrol Article #5 French Paradox Article #1 French Paradox Article #2 Red Wine and Cardiovascular Health Alcohol and Cancer Risk Alcohol and Cancer Risk #2 Alcohol and Cancer Risk #3 Alcohol and Other Disease Risk Alcohol and All Cause Mortality Stanford Report Alcohol and Health Risk Increase of Alcohol Intake For feedback or to suggest a show topic email us at nutritionformortals@gmail.com Feel free to contact our real, live nutrition counseling practice **This podcast is for information purposes only, is not a substitute for individual medical or mental health advice, and does not constitute a patient-provider relationship**