March 15, 2025

Episode #256 – The Doctor Is In! And, There’s Much Truth to the Healthy Impact of Wine

So, just what is the truth about the impact of wine on your health? You may have heard about how it can help with blood pressure, diet, and even minimize the effects of Alzheimer’s. Did you know it can also help you ward off kidney stones? That is some serious motivation to have an affinity for vino.

Dr. Matilde Parente
Dr. Matilde Parente

This week, host David Wilson talks with Dr. Matilde Parente, a Pathologist from Indian Wells, California. She also happens to be an author and expert on wine and the healthy impact it has on our lives. Dispelling any myths, you’ll get important facts for enjoying wine and its healing qualities.

Sara Schneider, Wine Editor, Sunset Magazine
Sara Schneider, Wine Editor, Sunset Magazine

Sunset Magazine editor Sara Schneider also joins David in-studio to concoct more summer wine cocktails, and talk about secondary wine labels. They’re not always that easy to identify, but today Sara sheds light on how you can find great quality wine that may not come with the higher price tag of bottles from related wineries.

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