Our ancestors began farming 10,000 years ago, in extreme conditions. Settling down in one place was considered dangerous as it exposed oneself to attacks from wild animals. Therefore, shifting from nomadic hunter-gathering farming was a life-threatening decision. With prolonged periods of farming and cross-breeding in the last few centuries, fruits and vegetables cultivated in huge bulks were grown to the size of cereal.
In earlier times, when there were no airtight methods of preservation, it was a huge loss when the product turned out to be bad. Some believe that the rise of civilization and the establishment of empires began with ways of preserving a piece of land. While others say, that fermentation is how human societies worked that eventually lead to the rise of civilizations.
The early farmers used fermentation methods to preserve their produce for a longer period. This method was used to make beverages out of fermented fruits, vegetables, cereals, and honey. With time, the fermentation process was improved which later resulted in many advantages of fermented foods and beverages to the human body. Humans’ fondness for consuming wine, especially grape wine, for its exhilarating properties has been handed down over centuries.
A recent study has discovered wine to be beneficial for human health when consumed moderately. Here’s why.
Rich in antioxidants
Grapes are high in antioxidants as it contains polyphenols that heal damaged cells due to oxidative stress in the body. Since wine is a high antioxidant and also reduces risks of diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease which are caused due to oxidative stress in the body.
Boots out inflammation
Wine contains a compound with anti-inflammatory properties called resveratrol that might be beneficial in chronic inflammation. Inflammation causes due to poor diet, minimal exercise, and increased stress. Chronic inflammation is adverse to cardiac health and can cause autoimmune diseases and can also lead to the growth of cancerous cells in the body.
Good for the gut
Wine is anti-bacterial that cures stomach irritation and other digestive problems. Consuming wine reduces the risk of an infection caused by a gut bacteria called Helicobacter pylori.
Regulates blood sugar
Grape skin contains resveratrol that manages the blood sugar levels of a diabetic patient. This compound also helps to control cholesterol levels and systolic blood pressure. In addition, it aids to keep the heart healthy and counters clotting of blood vessels.
Reduces depression
Moderate consumption of wine proves to the helpful in coping with depression in middle-aged adults and the elderly. People drinking wine in controlled proportions are less prone to depressive symptoms.
