Friday, September 16, 2011

Why Red Wine?

The benefits of red wine (in moderation) for health have been known for ages. In an effort to understand the 'French Paradox' (why French people can indulge in fatty foods but not develop heart disease) red wine came into focus in 1991 on an episode of '60 Minutes'. Since then, scientists have been feeding components of red wine to mice and other animals in an attempt to understand the full health benefits.
Here's what we know so far:

Flavanoids and Antioxidants:
Red wine is high in flavonoids (a type of polyphenol), which are antioxidants. One of the most studied antioxidants is resveratrol, which comes from grape skins and seeds. Antioxidants help prevent certain molecules, known as free radicals, from damaging cells.

Does red wine prevent cancer?:
Resveratrol helps prevent cancer by limiting tumour growth.

How much should I drink?:
To receive the benefits of red wine, it must be drunk in moderation (1-2 glasses maximum per day) and regularly.

Does the alcohol help?:
The alcohol in wine may help produce more good cholesterol.

What if I am a yeast cell?:
Good news: Research in yeast cells has shown that red wine can increase life span by 80%.

But can it cure the common cold?:
Red wine has also been shown to help prevent the common cold.

Red wine and French fries:
Red wine, when consumed with fried foods, may limit the damage caused.

Conclusion:
Hundreds of studies show evidence that red wine, in moderation, is good for us.
So go ahead and enjoy a glass or two with dinner at Smugglers Obviously !


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Welcome

March 1st 2011 marked our First anniversary, and we have continued to build on the success we enjoyed when we opened in 2010.

The menu has just been revised for the summer season to make the most of fresh, local produce and our steaks are still as popular as ever.

The bar still has the laid-back ambience that it has always enjoyed and the cocktails are still second to none.

Smugglers Grill and Cocktail Bar offers a true Guernsey experience in the Sea Front of St. Peter Port.

This is the place to come and enjoy inspired Guernsey & Continental cuisine with great cocktails in a casual, elegant and great atmosphere.

Smugglers eclectic menu features a new spin on fresh Produce and a variety of Seafood preparations alongside steaks, burgers, pastas, vegetarian dishes and exiting desserts.

And if it's just a drink you're after, you can nestle into the Bar with one of our famous Cosmopolitans, Martinis, Shooters or a glass of wine selected from a list that features good values from around the world.

Come join us at Smugglers, and begin your new Guernsey tradition.

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