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Even though people often feel sleepy or more drowsy after drinking, this feeling doesn’t last.

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These findings aren’t to encourage repeated binge drinking, though.

Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, can lead to heart failure and kidney disease.

It’s the quantity that really matters more."

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If you’re focusing on sugar, white wine often contains a little more.

A previous version of this story was published on March 9, 2022.

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