Red Wine Consumption Linked to Lower Risk of Cataracts
A new study finds that low to moderate alcohol intake may help prevent age-related eye trouble, particularly among those who consume red wine The study found that older people who drink three to four times a week had a lower risk of needing cataract surgery. (Rob Melnychuk/Getty) By Apr 13, 2021
Unlike fine wines, eyesight doesn t improve with age. Over the course of years, age-related visual impairment can be worsened by cataracts, which occur when the eye s lens becomes cloudy. It can make things look blurry, hazy or less colorful, and surgery is often necessary. But a new study has found a link between low to moderate wine consumption and reduced risk of requiring cataract surgery.