More on the French Paradox…
The French paradox refers to the observation that the French seem to suffer a relatively low incidence of coronary heart disease, despite having a diet relatively rich in saturated fats like cheese, butter, eggs, and organ meats and other rich foods. Historically wine has enjoyed a healthy reputation among philosophers and medical practitioners but it was not until 1991 that the virtue of moderation trumping abstinence became a commonly accepted truth. For one thing, France produces