The health benefits of wine have been widely reported on. Now adding to that list is that consuming grapes and red wine naturally improves your memory. Scientists have discovered antioxidants in grapes and red wine that—also peanuts—have a positive impact on the hippocampus, the area of the brain that controls learning, memory, and mood. So at the end of the day, don’t feel guilty about having a glass of wine, feel good and enjoy a better memory.