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Article: Scientists show that red wine can prevent cancer.
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- Bucharest Daily News (Bucharest, Romania)
- Article date:
- July 31, 2006
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Byline: Oana Ghita
Jul. 31--The most recent scientific studies suggest that red wine is a natural remedy for various diseases and prevents the growth of tumors and light forms of cancer. The latest studies show that red wine is a substance rich in phytochemicals (chemical products found in plants), which are antioxidants and anticancer substances. The chemicals found in red wine prevent the excess of free radicals in the body, which are responsible for the aging of cells and consequently diminish the risk of breast and prostate cancer. The polyphenols in red wine also aid in the prevention of heart disease, as they inhibit the oxidation of cholesterol in the ...
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