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If this is true, it’s time to break out the wine glasses and cancel your gym membership. Research conducted by the University of Alberta in Canada has found that health benefits in resveratrol, a compound found in red wine, are similar to those we get from exercise.
A glass of red wine could equal the same effects of going to the gym for an hour say researchers. (Photo by David Silverman/Getty Images)
According to lead researcher, Jason Dyck, these findings will particularly help those who are unable to exercise. Resveratrol was seen to improve physical performance, heart function and muscle strength in the same way as they’re improved after a gym session.
Discussion over the health benefits of red wine have been well documented. Studies have revealed that those who drink a glass of red wine a day are less likely to develop dementia or cancer, that it’s good for your heart, anti-ageing and can regulate blood sugar.
Though, let’s be straight here – this is all in moderation, it only applies to red wine and the university’s study was carried out on rats, not humans.
Still, if you want to up your intake of resveratrol? Try blueberries, peanut butter, red grapes and dark chocolate.
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