In the BBC video, The Truth About Alcohol, the doctor looked to science to answer some questions about alcohol. According to the video, __________________ is considered the 'healthiest' drink because it lowers blood pressure.

• A. White wine
• B. Mixed drinks
• C. Red wine
• D. Vodka

Answer: (C)

Red wine is singled out because it contains polyphenols from grape skins, like resveratrol, which are linked to healthier blood vessels and can modestly lower blood pressure when consumed in moderation. Those compounds aren’t present in the same way in other drinks such as white wine, vodka, or mixed drinks, so they don’t carry the same potential for lowering blood pressure in the video’s discussion. The key takeaway is that the potential benefit comes from these plant-derived compounds and is tied to moderate consumption; drinking more than that can raise blood pressure and negate any tiny advantage.