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Researchers Uncover Why Light-to-Moderate Drinking Is Tied to Better Heart Health

Why Light-to-Moderate Drinking Is Tied to Better Heart Health by Vito Donatiello
Why Light-to-Moderate Drinking Is Tied to Better Heart Health!

Key Takeaways:

  • In an observational study, Massachusetts General Hospital researchers found that alcohol in light to moderate doses reduced stress signalling in the brain, which may explain why light-to-moderate drinkers see improved cardiovascular health
  • Given the negative health effects of alcohol, including a higher risk of cancer in light to moderate drinkers, targeted interventions that replicate this effect are needed
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Understanding the value of wine tourism: comparing California and Italy’s wine tourism industries

California wine tourism 8 billion

Have you ever wondered how much money wine tourism brings in? Recently a report came out saying that California’s wine tourism industry is worth 8.6 billion US$ (25 million tourist visits). That seems like a large amount, but is it really that impressive?

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