Anyone who drinks wine issued 'don't do it' warning this summer
Tesco, the retail giant, has sounded an alarm for wine buyers. Echoing the well-known guidance to limit alcohol intake to no more than 14 units a week, Tesco has pointed out another thing to remember.
For those who are conscious of their alcohol consumption - and there are many good reasons to be - it's possible that a bottle of red, white or rosé might not be finished in one sitting.
To put things into perspective, a standard bottle of wine typically holds about nine to 10 units of alcohol.
However, if you don't intend to finish off the bottle within a few days, the thought of pouring it down the sink can feel like a terrible waste.
While it may come as a surprise to some, wine can be frozen, but Tesco has issued a clear alert: "Don't freeze in the bottle," they warn. Instead, Tesco suggests that leftover wine from an opened bottle can be safely stored in ice cube trays.
For those with a larger quantity of wine left, Tesco recommends using a freezer bag as an alternative storage solution, reports the Express.
What to do with frozen wine
Leftover red wine could be added to Bolognese "for depth of flavour" whereas white wine could be added to risottos.
Why cutting down on wine is good for you
The NHS highlighted the short and long-term benefits of drinking less alcohol
In the short-term, drinking less alcohol can make you:
Feel better in the mornings
Feel less tired and more energetic
Have better-looking skin
Save money
In the long-term, reducing how much alcohol you drink can lead to:
Lower blood pressure
Lower risk of stroke, hypertension, cancer and liver disease
Lower cholesterol levels
better mood, memory and quality of sleep
And help with weight management
Anybody struggling to cut down on how much they are drinking can seek support from Alcohol Change UK.
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