Despite the fact that wine is considered one of the healthiest alcoholic drinks, it can be harmful to health.
- It becomes hard to breathe.
Scientists have found that wine is an asthma trigger.While more research needs to be done, experts suggest that wine asthma may be caused by sulfites in the drink, commonly used as a preservative.
- You are experiencing excruciating headaches.
The thing is, some people don't have enoughan enzyme that breaks down histamine in the small intestine. Histamine is a compound found in the skin of grapes, and is more abundant in red wine than white wine. An increase in the level of histamine in the blood can cause dilation of blood vessels and headache.
- You feel dizzy.
If alcohol makes you feel nauseous, feels like you're about to lose your balance, or feels dizzy, wine is definitely not worth drinking.
- Your skin has turned red.
Experts say that facial flushing is due to partial alcohol intolerance.
- You have developed an addiction.
If you find yourself in constant need of a glass of wine, it may be time to talk to your doctor.
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