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A new study provides surprising insights into the influence of alcohol, screen time, and mental health on sudden cardiac arrest. Moderate consumption of white wine and sparkling wine may reduce the risk of sudden cardiac arrest. This is according to the study published in the Canadian Journal of Cardiology. The results expand the previous view that primarily red wine is considered heart-protective due to its polyphenol content.
The researchers analyzed health and lifestyle data from over 500,000 middle-aged to older individuals from the UK Biobank. The investigation showed that between 40 and 63 percent of cases of sudden cardiac arrest could be prevented by considering 56 modifiable factors. These include diet, smoking, and work behavior.
“One of the most remarkable findings is the protective effect of champagne and white wine consumption,” explained Dr. Huihuan Luo from Fudan University in Shanghai, who led the study. “This challenges the long-held assumption of the exclusivity of the cardioprotective effect of red wine.” Since white wine and sparkling wine contain significantly lower amounts of polyphenols, the results suggest that other, previously less considered ingredients or accompanying factors may play a role.
Another unexpected observation from the study: People who spend a lot of time in front of the computer had a lower risk of sudden cardiac arrest. This contradicts the general understanding of the health risks of physical inactivity. However, the authors emphasize that this correlation is likely not due to screen time itself. Rather, socioeconomic factors or cognitive engagement could explain this correlation, such as among better-educated or wealthier individuals.
In this context, the possible connection between champagne consumption and financial situation should also be considered. It is conceivable that the presumably protective effect is more related to the overall lifestyle of wealthy individuals than to the drink itself.
The study shows that the risk of sudden cardiac arrest can be significantly reduced through targeted lifestyle changes. At the same time, it calls for a critical reassessment of previous assumptions about the effects of individual factors such as alcohol or screen time – and to view them in a broader sociocultural context.
(ru / Drinks Business)
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