Even with the greatest wine maker in the world, if the grapes are poor quality, the wine will likely be poor quality. Obtaining high-quality grapes is of utmost importance to vineyard owners and winemakers alike, and avoiding disease and rot…
Month: September 2011
Can White Wine have Health Benefits Comparable to Red Wine?: The Maceration of White Wines
It is well documented that red wine has certain properties which provide health benefits when consumed in moderation. Polyphenols in particular, which are concentrated in the skins and seeds, provide protection against cardiovascular diseases and act as antioxidants which act…
Phenolic Content of Wines Made From Organic Versus Conventionally Grown Grapes: Is There a Difference?
http://www.organicfoodexperience.com/wp-content/ uploads/2011/01/certified-organic.jpg Organic foods, once only spotted in health food stores, are becoming increasingly popular and are found all over the grocery store aisles. While it is unclear whether or not organic foods are higher in nutritional content than more…
Resveratrol Protects Against Damage Caused by Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal cord injuries occur most often after motor vehicle accidents, sports, falls, or violence. There are varying levels of spinal cord injury, of which there may be more or less physical and social impairments, depending upon how badly the area…