Daily Archives: July 29, 2010

Red wine contains many wonders. One mystery that is now beginning to reveal itself is called resveratrol. That’s a compound within red wine that may unlock a very special gene. Sometimes referred to as the Longevity Gene, it’s sirtuin one (or SIRT1, for short). Science is proving that this gene not only prolongs life, but also boosts memory. So the next time anyone lifts a glass with me, let’s remember to make the toast with red wine.