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Study Links Champagne and White Wine to Lower Risk of Sudden Cardiac Arrest

Research suggests up to 63% of cases may be preventable through lifestyle changes, challenging assumptions about alcohol’s role in heart health.

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Overview

  • A study of over 500,000 UK Biobank participants identified 56 modifiable non-clinical risk factors for sudden cardiac arrest.
  • Moderate consumption of champagne or white wine was associated with a 30% reduction in cardiac arrest risk, challenging the emphasis on red wine's cardioprotective benefits.
  • Lifestyle factors including higher fruit intake, positive mood, healthy weight, and blood pressure control were found to be key protective measures.
  • Researchers estimate that 40% to 63% of sudden cardiac arrest cases could be avoided by addressing these modifiable factors.
  • The study utilized an exposome-wide methodology and Mendelian randomization to strengthen causal links, highlighting the complexity of alcohol’s effects on heart health.