We now have a second reason to drink a glass of wine every night with less guilt or thoughts of becoming an alcoholic.Red wine has been known to help in preventing heart diseases and now cavities.

According to an article by Nation, chemicals found in red wine can stop the sticking of cavity causing bacteria to teeth, thus reducing the prevalence of cavities and other tooth and gum diseases.

Wine has also been shown to aid in the digestion of food besides promoting the general wellbeing of the digestive system when the polyphenols combine with bacteria in the gut.

As you take an apple a day to prevent hospital visits, add wine to your frequently to your shopping list and you will avoid dentists.