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Champagne is not just a pleasant alcoholic beverage loved by many. It is also good for health – it normalizes blood pressure, calms the nerves and improves appearance.
According to research, a couple of glasses of champagne a day has the most beneficial effect on the walls of blood vessels. But this is not the end of its advantages. Why is it worth drinking champagne?
Improves digestion
Champagne has a positive effect on the work of the gastrointestinal tract by stimulating the secretion of hydrochloric acid and pancreatic enzymes. Thanks to this effect, digestion improves, metabolism accelerates. However, it is better not to drink champagne on an empty stomach, as this can lead to heartburn.
Lowers blood cholesterol
High cholesterol is fraught with the development of a number of dangerous diseases. Champagne, like any wine, lowers the level of bad cholesterol in the blood and prevents the formation of plaque on the walls of blood vessels.
Normalizes pressure
Champagne can help normalize blood pressure. The main thing is not to overdo it with the dose, otherwise everything will happen exactly the opposite. Like any alcohol, champagne dilates blood vessels and blood pressure rises.
Saturates cells with oxygen
Thanks to this property, it significantly improves the functioning of the respiratory system. Vessels pass blood better, carrying the necessary oxygen and nutrients throughout the body. The state of health improves. Cheerfulness appears. It also affects mental activity, as oxygen is supplied to the brain faster.
Improves skin condition
Champagne extract is found in some cosmetics that moisturize and nourish the skin. You can use open wine as a tonic for the face – it has bactericidal properties and has a healing effect.
Strengthens immunity
Sparkling wines contain many useful substances that strengthen the body. Of course, we are talking about natural champagne. In France, champagne is recommended to be consumed in the morning in the first weeks after childbirth, so that the mother’s body recovers faster. Wine contains valuable antioxidants polyphenols that protect the body from harmful environmental influences, viruses and infections.
Calms the nervous system
After drinking champagne, a gradual release of tension in the nervous system is observed, mood improves and strength appears. This is not about the specific momentary effect of this drink, but about the moderate constant use of wine.
Restores muscles
Athletes are also advised to drink champagne as it is a source of magnesium, which regenerates muscles after heavy physical exertion. The main thing is to take into account the sugar content of champagne so that the result of losing weight and building muscle is stable.