Tag: Wine and inflammation

According to the World Health Organization, alcohol is linked to over 5% of the global disease burden, often fueling inflammation. This raises a key question for many: Can drinking wine cause inflammation in your body, or is a daily glass actually good for you?

Compared to white wine, red wine contains significantly higher levels of anti-inflammatory polyphenols, such as resveratrol, which are extracted during its fermentation process with grape skins. This difference is central to answering whether red or white wine is better for inflammation and exploring the actual health impacts of moderate consumption.

While red wine has been widely celebrated for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits, its lighter counterpart raises questions. A 2021 review highlighted that rosé contains more resveratrol and other inflammation-fighting polyphenols than white wine, due to its interaction with red grape skins during production. However, this leads to the important question: **Is rosé anti-inflammatory?**