Why red homemade wine is healthier than white wine. For some, a glass of alcoholic drink will not hurt, and for others it will cause harm. Information about the benefits and harms of wine is contradictory. It is difficult for a non-specialist to understand where the truth is and where the lies are. People have been making wine for centuries. According to statistics, unmarried men and single women prefer sweet alcohol, while married couples prefer dry wine.
The healing properties of homemade grape wine
Homemade dry wines made without sugar have medicinal properties.They are 100% natural. They are made from high-quality wine grapes with a sugar concentration of 15-22%.
White
Light wines are made from varieties with white and pink fruits. They contain organic acids and microelements. When consumed in moderation, they have a positive effect on the body's metabolic processes.
Young wine warms in bad weather and suppresses the activity of pathogenic microorganisms and viruses. The vitamins and microelements included in the homemade drink improve the quality of hair and skin and normalize weight. It is dry white wine that is included in the diet when losing weight. Drink it before or during meals.
Red
Moderate but regular consumption of dry red wine gives a positive result. Doctors note this. In case of anemia, it increases hemoglobin, and in general normalizes it. It contains substances that are involved in the synthesis of red blood cells.
People who drink grape drink are less likely to suffer from atherosclerosis. Red wine has a positive effect on the circulatory system:
- stimulates blood flow;
- has a good effect on the process of hematopoiesis;
- thins the blood, preventing the formation of blood clots.
Dry red wine has a positive effect on other human organs. For colds, it improves lung function. Accelerates bone healing during fractures. Lowers blood pressure. Normalizes sleep. Activates brain function. Dulls the pain. Slows down aging. Kills pathogenic bacteria that cause terrible diseases:
- tuberculosis;
- cholera;
- malaria.
An impressive list of positive properties proves that the benefits of dry red wine prepared at home are not a myth.
The benefits and harms of homemade grape wine
Homemade drinks high in sugar contain many calories and, if consumed frequently, contribute to weight gain. Sweet wine increases blood sugar levels and stimulates the heart.
In people with pathologies of the cardiovascular system, it can provoke an attack of angina pectoris. In allergy sufferers it can cause bronchospasm, in asthmatics it can cause an attack. These features of homemade alcohol should be taken into account not only by people with problems.
Absolutely healthy men and women benefit from homemade wine if they drink it in reasonable quantities. Recommendations from experts will help you master the culture of drinking homemade alcoholic beverages.
For men
Experts have determined the daily amount that is beneficial. It is 300 ml. This amount of dry red wine increases sexual activity, as it increases the production of testosterone, the main male hormone.
Moderate consumption of homemade alcohol improves the functioning of the heart muscle, normalizes weight, and serves as a prevention of prostate cancer.
For women
The daily alcohol intake for women should not exceed 120-150 ml. Scientists have proven that dry red wine prevents the development of osteoporosis, increases the percentage of good cholesterol, and reduces the amount of bad cholesterol. To improve digestion and lose weight, drink light white wines with low sugar content during meals.
During pregnancy
It is harmful for women in an interesting position to drink alcohol. In the first days after conception, blockage of the tubes can occur and, as a result, an ectopic pregnancy. Subsequently, alcohol drunk by a pregnant woman causes hypoxia and becomes the cause of pathologies of the fetal organs.
What types of wine are healthier?
Winemaking takes years to learn.Making a quality drink is not easy. In order for wine yeast to work, an amateur winemaker needs to determine the sugar content of grapes; it varies even within a variety, because it depends on the growing region and weather.
To maintain fermentation, sugar is added to the wort. The strength of the wine and its beneficial properties depend on its quantity. Fruits and berries growing in the garden and forest are used as raw materials in home winemaking. Homemade fruit and berry alcoholic drinks have beneficial properties:
- plum wine improves intestinal function;
- Currant and rowan drinks are useful for hematopoiesis;
- homemade apple wine contains pectin and iodine, it normalizes weight, improves the functioning of the thyroid gland, has a good effect on digestion, and removes salts from the body;
- wine drinks made from strawberries contain iron and healthy acids.
Folk remedies and recipes
There are 4 types of wine made at home. Varieties differ in sugar content. Its concentration:
- in semi-sweet - 3-8%;
- in semi-dry - 3% or less;
- in dry ones there is none at all.
To extend the shelf life of homemade alcohol and increase its strength, 17-25% alcohol is added to the finished product to form fortified wine.
| Stage | Description | Conditions |
| Preparing the grapes | Collect in dry weather | |
| Select ripe, healthy fruits, do not wash | ||
| Mash with your hands using a wooden masher | ||
| Fermentation | Transfer to a non-oxidizing container | 18-27 °C |
| Stir the pulp 2 times a day for 3-4 days to prevent the wort from becoming acidic. | ||
| Juice department | On the 4-5th day, strain the mixture and squeeze out the pulp. | |
| Fermentation | Pour into fermentation tanks, fill 70% of the volume, install a water seal | Red varieties 22-28 °C, white - 16-22 °C |
| During the first 2-3 weeks, add sugar 50 g/l 3-4 times | ||
| Removal from sediment | After 30-60 days, the bubbles in the water seal disappear, the wort becomes lighter, the wine is decanted through a straw into another container, and the sediment is left at the bottom | |
| Adding sugar | Taste, if desired, add sugar no more than 250 g/l | |
| Maturation | Pour into containers, seal hermetically, red wine matures for 60-90 days, white - 40 | 5-16 °C |
| Lightening | Pour through a tube into another container, leaving sediment at the bottom, lighten with egg white or gelatin | |
| Bottling | Pour into bottles, when sediment stops falling out, seal | 5-12 °C |
Mulled wine is made from homemade red wine - a drink for colds. Heat it, do not boil, add 250-300 ml:
- black pepper 1-2 peas;
- 1-2 slices of lemon;
- 1-2 orange slices;
- cinnamon on the tip of a knife;
- ¼ tsp. cardamom
They drink mulled wine to prevent colds if they are cold, tired, or have wet feet. It reduces cold symptoms (runny nose, cough, sore throat, headache). If a cough bothers you, add 1-2 star anise to the wine. Add 1-2 tsp to the finished drink. honey
Application in cosmetology
Homemade red wine contains resveratrol. This is a powerful antioxidant that slows down aging and improves skin structure. The noble beauties of Ancient Rome maintained their beauty with wine masks and baths. Modern women also use red wine in home cosmetology:
- To cleanse the face, prepare a mask of 4 tbsp. l. alcohol, 1 tsp. milk and flour;
- To rejuvenate the face, make a mask of 4 tbsp. l. alcohol, 1 egg white, 1 tbsp. l. honey;
- a nourishing mask for normal skin is prepared from 2 tbsp. l. alcohol, 1 tbsp. l. lemon juice;
- nourishes dry skin mask of 1 tsp. alcohol, 1 egg yolk, 1 tsp. olive oil, 1 tbsp. l. oatmeal
White wine makes an excellent tonic. Add 2 tbsp to 0.5 liters of homemade alcohol. l.rosemary. After 20 days, the product is filtered. They wipe their face morning and evening.
For aging skin, toner is prepared differently:
- from 3 tbsp. boiling water, chamomile (1 tsp), St. John's wort (1 tsp), linden blossom (1 tsp) prepare a decoction;
- filter;
- add ⅓ tbsp to it. alcohol;
- pour in 2 tsp. lemon juice.
Make a nourishing mask of 1 tbsp for the skin of your hands for 4-5 days. l. wine and 1 tbsp. l. sour cream. She's a good help. It is applied to clean hands. Wash off after 20 minutes.
A wine bath helps with cellulite. The skin becomes elastic and smooth if you add 1 bottle of red wine to water. The duration of the procedure is 30-40 minutes.
Contraindications for use
Homemade alcoholic drinks are not beneficial for everyone. There are people for whom they are contraindicated for health reasons.
Even dry wines containing a minimum of sugar are harmful for diabetics.
People with chronic diseases of the kidneys, liver, and stomach should not abuse homemade alcohol. Any wine is contraindicated for mental disorders, alcohol dependence, allergies to pollen, mold, or drink ingredients.
