For those who suffer from the dreaded "red wine headache," experts are offering some insights into why it occurs and how to prevent it. It is 10 times more prevalent in red wines than in white wines, the researchers noted. One of the study authors noted that people who get migraines or are more susceptible to headaches in general are more likely to experience them after drinking red wine. In those with histamine sensitivities, consuming only a small amount of red wine can trigger symptoms of a hangover, including nausea, throat itchiness and flushing, she warned. All alcohols contain some level of histamines, but they are significantly higher in red wine.

Source: Fox News December 17, 2023 02:56 UTC