Is Wine Really That Safe? New Study Drops a Bombshell on the Health Benefits

New Delhi (The Uttam Hindu): A lot of people think wine’s the “safer” alcohol choice, right? And that a little glass now and then is good for your health. Well, a new study just flipped that idea upside down. Turns out, both red and white wine can actually boost your risk of cancer—yeah, you heard that right. And one type might be even worse for you than the other.

So here’s the deal: the alcohol and some chemicals in wine can mess with your body in bad ways. Folks who drink wine regularly for years are at a higher risk for certain cancers, especially breast cancer in women and liver and stomach cancer in men.

If you’re a wine fan, this research is basically a warning shot. You need to know which wine is riskier and what’s a safe amount to drink. According to the study, white wine comes with a bigger risk. It’s packed with more chemicals and preservatives than red, which makes it way more likely to mess with your cells and increase your cancer risk.

Why’s white wine the bad guy?

The preservatives and chemicals in white wine up the cancer-causing potential, while the acids in it can seriously damage your body’s cells. That’s why it’s considered riskier than red wine.

Does wine actually raise the risk of breast cancer?

Yep. Research says that women who drink white wine regularly could have a 13% higher chance of developing breast cancer. The more you drink, the worse it gets.

What about your liver and digestive system?

Long-term wine drinking can wreck your liver—think cirrhosis—and it can also mess with your digestive system, increasing the chances of stomach cancer. If your liver’s already weak, it’s probably time to steer clear of the wine.

So what can you do to stay safe?

If you’re not ready to totally quit wine, the best bet is to keep it low-key. Red wine’s okay in small, occasional amounts, but white wine’s a big no-no with its proven cancer risks.

Bottom line: wine might not be the health booster you thought it was. Drink wisely, and take care of your health!