By Sunrise Senior Living
on May 24, 2013
Saturday is National Wine Day, so let's raise a glass to this delicious beverage. Drinking the occasional glass of red or white wine can give seniors a health boost, so there's no reason to be ashamed of your love of wine, provided you are imbibing in moderation.
Red wine is rich in the antioxidant known as resveratrol, which may be able to "turn back the hands of time" and prevent some of the negative conditions often associated with aging. In fact, an article published this month in the journal Science found that resveratrol directly affects a protein that has been linked to cell metabolism and inflammatory diseases, according to Scientific American. The Mayo Clinic points out that resveratrol could help protect individuals from obesity and diabetes.
It's not just red wine that is good for you, either. According to Today, both reds and whites can raise the level of HDL-cholesterol, or "good" cholesterol. However, red wine may trump white in terms of health, as many of the nutrients found in wine come from the skin of the grapes used to make it, and with whites, the skin is removed.
Looking for a fun way to enjoy red wine this summer? Try out this delicious and simple sangria recipe, which is great for sipping on those long summer afternoons. This recipe was adapted from Food.com.
Simple Sangria
Ingredients
2 bottles of chilled red wine
2 cups of chilled orange juice
1/2 cup of brandy
1/4 cup of triple sec
1/8 cup of simple syrup
1 bunch of red or white grapes
1 sliced orange
1 sliced lemon
1 sliced lime
1 cup of chopped watermelon
Mix together all ingredients in a large pitcher or bowl, adding the fruit last. You can serve immediately over ice or allow it to sit in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Try mixing in some of your favorite fruits to spice things up!
By Sunrise Senior Living
on May 24, 2013
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By Sunrise Senior Living
on May 22, 2013
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By Sunrise Senior Living
on May 21, 2013
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By Sunrise Senior Living
on May 20, 2013
When you order a burger at a restaurant, chances are it's dripping with cheese and loaded with fat. It's also probably the size of your head. The super-sizing trend among American foods isn't doing our health any favors, but that doesn't mean we can't celebrate National Burger Month this May. This barbecue favorite can be healthy when it's prepared the right way - with white meat like chicken or turkey instead of beef.
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