15 surprising ways to boost heart health
Win with nonalcoholic wine.
The antioxidants in a little red wine may increase “good” HDL cholesterol levels. Nonalcoholic wine also seems to lower blood pressure, researchers say, by increasing blood levels of nitric oxide, a chemical that relaxes blood vessels. If you choose regular red wine, Goldberg recommends drinking in moderation: That means one 4-ounce glass per day for women and up to two glasses for men.