Achoo! Common culprits like hay fever or dust mites trigger sneezes, but here's a lesser-known fact: alcohol can spark them too.
Pour a glass of wine and test it yourself right now.
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From Friday afternoon drinks to lazy Sunday pajamas or cocktail nights with friends, alcohol can prompt a sneeze.
Alcohol dilates blood vessels, increasing their sensitivity to stimuli—and a sneeze is a reflex to irritation. Some drinks are high in histamine, which causes sneezing, runny noses, and coughing. Beer and red wine pack more histamine (sorry!), while gin and vodka have less, making them safer bets.
