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July 25th is national wine and cheese day. People have been enjoying these foods together for centuries. Virtually every nation on earth enjoys the pleasures of fine wine and cheese in combination. One of the reasons for this pairing popularity is that there are virtually countless numbers of cheeses as well as wine, making for an almost endless variety of tastes. Outside of the pleasurable experience that a good wine and cheeses can bring, there are many health benefits to both. Red wine has been shown to provide antioxidants, which can prevent a wide variety of free radical activity in the body. Red wine has also been shown to have many cardiovascular benefits. Natural cheeses as opposed to the processed varieties, provide enzymes and beneficial bacteria to our digestive system. In combination a glass of red wine and a few select natural cheeses not only make a great meal, but also impart many health benefits. Many people feel that they must avoid cheese or consume it in very small quantities due to the hig