It is estimated that more than half of the hospital beds in France are occupied by patients with alcohol-related health conditions. The French do have a low rate of coronary heart disease, but they have extremely high rates of premature deaths from alcoholism, drunk driving and other alcohol-related causes. Paul was also killed in the crash. The French do not live longer than comparable populations. The wine consumption in Europe is not the only component that contributes to better health among European citizens.
Researchers report people who prefer wine also prefer a more heart-friendly diet.
In a Copenhagen study, those with a penchant for wine ate less saturated fat and more fruits, vegetables, fish and olive oil. In a California study, the average wine drinker smoked less, was better educated and drank more moderately than his or her beer-drinking counterpart. Single, E. International persprectiveson alcohol as a public health issue. Diana's Death Blamed on Driver.