Epidemiologists evaluate the potential cancer-protective effects of red wine by comparing its associated cancer risks to those of white wine. Not all alcoholic beverages are perceived equally, with red wine often considered a healthier option.

Red wine is often perceived as the ‘healthier’ choice, given the presence of antioxidant resveratrol. Does that give it an edge over white wine when it comes to cancer risk?

Alcohol consumption has long been associated with an increased risk of cancer. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classifies alcohol as a Group 1 carcinogen, meaning there is strong evidence linking it to several types of cancer.