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As a wine consumer or industry professional, you’ve likely faced conflicting questions about wine and health. Women For WineSense is committed to providing you with the knowledge to make informed, balanced decisions that are best for YOU. Join Dr. Laura Catena—a fourth-generation Argentine vintner, Stanford-educated medical doctor, and respected voice in the wine and health conversation—as she leads a candid discussion: “As a Doctor, I’ve Read the Data and I Still Consume Wine in Moderation” 🗓️ Monday, September 30 🕛 Noon Central 💻 Zoom In a time of shifting guidelines and increasing debate, it’s more important than ever to approach the subject with unbiased, research-backed perspectives. Dr. Catena will examine the recent WHO statement claiming ‘no amount of alcohol is safe,’ discussing the nuances of moderation, culture, and individual health decisions. 📢 Call to Action: Let your voice be heard! Engage in this critical conversation that values science and informed decision-making. 📍 see below Women For WineSense Your health, your choice—join us and lead with unbiased science!

RED WINE: The Hidden Villain – What Is Quercetin? Red wine has long been associated with both pleasure and pain—pleasure for its rich flavors and reputed health benefits, and pain for the headaches that plague many of its drinkers. The latest culprit identified in this wine-induced dilemma is a flavanol called quercetin. Found naturally in red wine, quercetin is known for its antioxidant properties, and you’ve probably heard about it being beneficial to your health. It’s even available as a supplement in health food stores. So, how does this ‘healthy’ compound suddenly become a villain?

Would you like to win a beautiful edition of "The Very Good News About Wine"❓ https://lnkd.in/gtBZnAWV 🏆 Three of you are going to win a copy of Tony Edwards’ The Very Good News About Wine. From the book description: 🍷 Is wine good for your health? 🍇 For centuries, the French and Italians have thought so, but today’s medical authorities say wine's supposed health benefits are imaginary - an old wives’ tale, they say. 🤔 Who’s right? 📚 Medical research journalist Tony Edwards, the recipient of Silver and Gold “Medicine in the Media” awards from the British Medical Association, gives you the verdict, based on the work of the world's top alcohol experts. 💡 Drawing on the findings of over three hundred medical studies, The Very Good News About Wine lays out the evidence for wine and health in a readable and understandable way, with some very surprising conclusions. 🔍 In it, you’ll find answers to: 🦠 What diseases does wine prevent? 🍷 What’s the ideal wine intake for optimal health? 🍇 Is there much difference between red and white wine? 🚫 Is alcohol-free wine healthier than the real thing? 📏 Are the official ‘alcohol guidelines’, correct? 🌱 Are there any benefits from organic and biodynamic wine? ❄️ Is Dry January a good idea? ✅ How to continue to drink wine safely? 📅 The book is a ten-year update to Tony’s The Good News About Booze (2013)which was much approved by top medics. 👇 All you have to do is: 1️⃣ Like this post 2️⃣ Tag someone in the comments below who might also be interested in winning the book 3️⃣ Follow me on LinkedIn Cheers! And good luck🥂 Natalie This contest is in no way affiliated with LinkedIn. Tony Edwards #natdecants #tonyedwards #wineandhealth #redorwhite #alcoholguidelines #organicwine #biodynamicwine #dryjanuary #healthbenefits #winestudies #moderationiskey #tonyedwards #winejournalism #goodnewsaboutwine #medicalresearch

🍸 What is the connection between alcohol and innovation❓ 🎙️ On the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, you’ll hear the stories and tips that answer those questions in part two of our chat with Edward Slingerland, a professor of philosophy at the University of British Columbia and the author of Drunk: How We Sipped, Danced, and Stumbled Our Way to Civilization. 🔗 Link in bio https://lnkd.in/d54XPXE9 💡 Edward explains that it’s a double effect in enhancing individual creativity and reducing inhibitions. 📉 He cites the study that examined the number of patent applications during Prohibition in the US when people couldn’t drink socially. ⏳ It found that when Prohibition was imposed on a wet county, patent applications nosedived, wow, and didn't come back for about another three years. 🍹 Edward believes that the recovery is because people figured out speakeasies where they could drink socially again. 🧠 How does alcohol improve the quality of group brainstorming? 🎨 Edward observes that alcohol also enhances group creativity because individual members are more creative. 🤔 They’re also less nervous about saying something that your prefrontal cortex would judge as not worthy when perhaps it’s a great idea. ⚕️ Why is it important not to think about alcohol consumption through a medical lens alone? ⚖️ Edward believes that we have to recognize both the dangers and the benefits of alcohol to make intelligent decisions about how to use it. 📚 He wishes he had been able to address the inaccurate information about the health risks in the book as it's a classic example of how public policy regarding alcohol is completely distorted by this medicalized lens. 🍹 Can a drink spark your creativity❓ Let me know in the comments 👇 #natdecants #EdwardSlingerland #wineexperience #winestories #winestory #winegeek #winelover #winemoments #winetime #wineenthusiast #wine #wines #sommlife #wineinfluencer

Why it’s time to start defending wine! With anti-alcohol rhetoric on the rise, it’s time for the drinks trade to start defending wine’s role in society, stresses physician and vintner, Dr Laura Catena.

"The way most moms can walk into a store and confidently choose a bottle of wine or liquor should be the same way they are able to pick up the right cannabis-infused product" (full article in comments) THIS is how we break stigmas! Booze Free not Boring! Thank you to my new friends at GreenState for giving me the platform to discuss this openly. Check out the full article ( 🔗 in comments) to see a little more of: Is mommy wine culture coming to an end? Recent trends are showing us that younger generations are shifting away from alcohol and towards healthier alternatives such as cannabis-infused beverages. But what about Moms? Are we starting to see a similar shift among mommy wine culture? Is mommy wine culture coming to an end? Are we seeing more acceptance among moms who steer clear of alcohol and prefer to consume cannabis? In this op-ed for GreenState , I unpack all this and more. What's your take?

More sensory discussion relevant to the whole "minerality" in wine in topic. The summary - it is complicated. https://lnkd.in/g3e-ix_R

The discussion will critically examine the WHO’s claim, emphasizing the importance of moderation and the cultural aspects of wine drinking, drawing on Dr. Catena’s extensive background in both medicine and winemaking. Women For WineSense

🍸 What is the connection between alcohol and innovation❓ 🎙️ On the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, you’ll hear the stories and tips that answer those questions in part two of our chat with Edward Slingerland, a professor of philosophy at the University of British Columbia and the author of Drunk: How We Sipped, Danced, and Stumbled Our Way to Civilization. 🔗 Link in bio https://lnkd.in/dWNddUV4 💡 Edward explains that it’s a double effect in enhancing individual creativity and reducing inhibitions. 📉 He cites the study that examined the number of patent applications during Prohibition in the US when people couldn’t drink socially. ⏳ It found that when Prohibition was imposed on a wet county, patent applications nosedived, wow, and didn't come back for about another three years. 🍹 Edward believes that the recovery is because people figured out speakeasies where they could drink socially again. 🧠 How does alcohol improve the quality of group brainstorming? 🎨 Edward observes that alcohol also enhances group creativity because individual members are more creative. 🤔 They’re also less nervous about saying something that your prefrontal cortex would judge as not worthy when perhaps it’s a great idea. ⚕️ Why is it important not to think about alcohol consumption through a medical lens alone? ⚖️ Edward believes that we have to recognize both the dangers and the benefits of alcohol to make intelligent decisions about how to use it. 📚 He wishes he had been able to address the inaccurate information about the health risks in the book as it's a classic example of how public policy regarding alcohol is completely distorted by this medicalized lens. 🍹 Can a drink spark your creativity❓ Let me know in the comments 👇 #natdecants #EdwardSlingerland #wineexperience #winestories #winestory #winegeek #winelover #winemoments #winetime #wineenthusiast #wine #wines #sommlife #wineinfluencer

🟠 Prof. Nicolai Worm, a well-known German Nutritionist tells us more about drinking patterns and the importance of social settings. 🎥https://bit.ly/3S3SrJy It is important to remind that in certain situations alcoholic beverages should be avoided, and that certain individuals should always avoid drinking. #mediterraneandiet #moderatedrinking #wineinmoderation #scientificevidence #science #ScientificCongress #LifestyleDietandWine2023