How Healthy is Non-Alcoholic Wine?

Non-alcoholic wine is wine with 0.5% ABV, or alcohol by volume. To provide context, that’s the alcoholic equivalent of fresh fruit juice! It’s therefore no surprise that, given the ongoing rise in popularity of non-alcoholic and alcohol-removed wines, people often ask about the inherent health benefits.

Not only do non-alcoholic wines have nutritional benefits that are good for your health, but they also help you avoid the effects alcohol can have on your body in the short and long term.

Let’s delve a little deeper into this subject. You can also discover more on our page dedicated to the health benefits of drinking non-alcoholic wine.

Health Benefits of Non-Alcoholic Wine

Some alcohol-free wine benefits include:

• Protection against free radicals and premature ageing. 
• Reduced risk of heart and liver disease, stroke, cancer, and oxidative stress. 
• Lower blood pressure. 
• Enhanced response to insulin.
• A more robust immune system. 
• Good memory and a lower chance of developing dementia. 

Let’s consider these in more detail below. 

Antioxidants to Protect Against Free Radical Damage

Non-alcoholic wine and alcohol-removed wine can have positive health benefits, specifically as they contain antioxidants.

Wines that have had the alcohol removed are said to be as high, or even higher, in antioxidants than alcoholic wine. Antioxidants are important for our bodies as they may protect cells from free radical damage and therefore prevent premature ageing.

Plant Polyphenols to Lower Blood Pressure and Decrease Heart Attack Risk

Wine and heart health are closely related. Plant chemicals found in wine, called polyphenols, are thought to be responsible for benefits like lowered blood pressure, improved response to insulin and reduced oxidative stress. All these effects could help decrease the risk of heart disease.

Non-Alcoholic Wines May Reduce the Risk of Serious Health Problems

Reduce your alcohol consumption, and you’ll likely lower your chances of these effects that may eventuate from long-term drinking habits:

• Several forms of cancer
• High blood pressure
• Stroke
• Liver disease
• Weakened immune system
• Memory loss and dementia.

Non-Alcoholic Wine Can Improve Your General Wellbeing

Non-alcoholic wines also have wellbeing benefits:

• They can help reduce your alcohol dependence.
• They allow you to feel socially included at events where others are drinking alcoholic beverages.

With non-alcoholic wine, you won’t experience the short-term effects that are more likely to develop when drinking alcoholic wine in excess, such as:

• Drunkenness.
• Hangover.
• Impaired judgment.
• Impaired balance.
• Loss of bladder control.
• Sleep loss.

You’ll also avoid these very concerning associated effects:

• Accidental injury.
• Violent behaviour.
• Alcohol poisoning.

Calories in Non-Alcoholic Wine

Removing the alcohol means you have instant low-calorie wine options to enjoy! 

For example, by removing 13% of alcohol, we can reduce calories by 60%. Those are impressive calculations by anyone’s standards!

Raise a Glass of Edenvale Wine to Good Health 

So, should you make the switch to non-alcoholic wine? Given the myriad health benefits, lifestyle, and well-being advantages, not to mention the fact that you don’t have to sacrifice great taste, we think the answer is a resounding yes.  

Discover the Best Healthy Non-Alcoholic Drinks

If you’re keen to enjoy premium quality wine without alcohol, Edenvale has a terrific selection of sparkling, rosé, white, red and even mulled non-alcoholic wine. Explore our range of health-friendly non-alcoholic wines for any occasion. 

Healthy never tasted so good! 

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What Is Non-Alcoholic Wine? 

Alcoholic wine contains 0.5% or lower alcohol by volume, approximately the same as fresh fruit juice. 

Is Drinking Non-Alcoholic Wine Healthier Than Drinking Alcoholic Wine? 

There is no question – drinking non-alcoholic wine is healthier for you than drinking alcoholic wine. Alcoholic drinks can have significant effects on your health that you can avoid by consuming non-alcoholic drinks.

Does Non-Alcoholic Wine Have Health Benefits? 

Yes, compared to traditional wine, alcohol-free wine typically has higher antioxidant levels, less sugar, fewer calories and, of course, won’t intoxicate you. Benefits may range from improved heart and liver health, more radiant complexions and enhanced mental clarity. 

Does Non-Alcoholic Wine Have Sugar? 

Yes, it does. Edenvale adds varietal grape juice concentrate to most of our wines, and in a few, we add sugar. Some are lower in sugar than others. This helps to balance the wine and return flavour after the alcohol has been removed.

Does Non-Alcoholic Wine Still Have Antioxidants?

Yes, in fact, research indicates that non-alcoholic wines contain the same, if not more, antioxidants than traditional wine. 

Is Alcohol-Free Wine Better For Your Heart?

Yes. Low-alcohol wine contains plant chemicals called Polyphenols, which are linked to lower blood pressure and a better response to insulin, which can in turn reduce the risk of heart-related health problems. If wine and heart health are both important to you, opt for alcohol-free alternatives. 

This article is not intended to provide specific health advice. Please consult with your GP for tailored health information.