Health Benefits of Grapes
The late warm summer sunshine rises the sugar level in grapes, so it is
time for the harvest in the vineyards.
100g of these sweet tasty fruits contain 70 kcal, no fat and no cholesterol.
Resveratrol is an important nutrient in grapes that may offer an extensive health
benefits. Resveratrol is specially linked to improving blood sugar regulation
by affecting carbohydrate metabolism. Grapes are 82% of water, which can help
your skin stay hydrated. They are excellent source of vitamin C and K and
minerals of potassium, calcium and iron. Grapes of all colours are a natural source of antioxidants,
flavonoids and other polyphenols. One
serving of grapes contains 24g carbohydrate and 1g of fibre.
Grapes can help reduce blood pressure, prevent inflammation from
oxidative stress, improve blood flow, and protect your vascular system. They
have anti-inflammatory effects; the antioxidants in grapes may reduce cellular
damage by protecting cell membranes by limiting the chemical reactions that
trigger inflammation. Eating grapes
can reduce the risk of some cancers by protecting cellular DNA reducing
oxidative stress and reducing reactions that recruit tumour development. The
phenolic compounds in grapes are present after the fermentation process.
Grapes contain natural sugar, but they are low glycemic index (GI) food. This may increase your risk of weight gain if
you eat too many in one sitting, the calories will add up.
The regular moderate wine consumption
reduces the risk of chronic diseases and improves your health.
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