Wine relaxes brain arteries

It may seem indulgent, but sipping 4 to 6 oz. of wine (red or white) daily can help you feel more clearheaded and focused on even your busiest days—plus cut your risk of Alzheimer’s disease by as much as 55%. That’s the word from French researchers, who say wine’s unique blend of alcohol and plant compounds (called phenolics) nourish hardworking neurons by improving the flow of nutrient-rich blood to the brain.