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Does Red Wine Really Lower Blood Pressure?

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Does Red Wine Really Lower Blood Pressure?
"If you love red wine, you’ve likely touted its purported health benefits. Unfortunately, those benefits may be overstated." Ievgenii Meyer/Shutterstock
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If you can lower your blood pressure and improve your heart health with red wine, why not drink up over the holidays, right?

Red wine’s effects on circulation, vein and artery health, and overall heart health can be overblown. And why wouldn’t they be? It essentially serves as an excuse to do something a lot of people enjoy.

Mat Lecompte
Mat Lecompte
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Starting as a journalist over 10 years ago, Mat has not only honed his belief system and approach with practical experience, but he has also worked closely with nutritionists, dieticians, athletes, and fitness professionals. He embraces natural healing methods and believes that diet, exercise and willpower are the foundation of a healthy, happy, and drug-free existence.
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