Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Health Benefits of Grapes

The health benefits of grapes include their ability to treat constipation, indigestion, kidney disorders, macular degeneration and the prevention of cataracts. Grapes, one of the most popular and delicious fruits.

Grapes due to their high nutrient content play an important role in ensuring a healthy and active life.

Grape Nutrition Facts (100 g): 
Health Benefits of Grapes
Grapes

Calories - 69
Sugar -15 grams
Omega 3s -11 mg
Vitamin A -1%
Vitamin B -15%
Vitamin C -18%
Vitamin E -1%
Fiber -1 gram
Vitamin K -18%
Potassium -5%


Health Benefits of Grapes:


Cancer: 

Grapes contain powerful antioxidants known as polyphenols which may slow or prevent 

many types of cancer, including esophageal, lung, mouth, pharynx, endometrial, pancreatic, 

prostate and colon.

Asthma:

Due to their well known therapeutic value, grapes can be used as a cure for asthma. 

In addition to that, the hydrating power of grapes is also high, which increases the 

moisture present in the lungs and reduces asthmatic events.

Bone Health: 

Grapes are a wonderful source of micro-nutrients like copper, iron, and 

manganese, all of which are important in the formation and strength of the bones.

Migraine

Ripe grape juice is an important home remedy for curing migraines.It should be drunk early in the morning, without mixing additional water

heart Disease
The flavonoid quercetin is a natural anti-inflammatory that appears to reduce 
the risk of 
atherosclerosis and protect against the damage caused by low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in animal studies. Quercetin may have the additional bonus of anti-cancer effects; however more studies are needed using human subjects before these results can be confirmed.


Allergies

Because of the anti-inflammatory effects of quercetin, consuming grapes may help to alleviate symptoms of allergies including runny nose, watery eyes and hives. There have been no human studies done to prove this theory.
Constipation

Grapes are very effective in overcoming and eliminating constipation. They are classified as a laxative food, because they contain organic acid, sugar and cellulose. They also relieve chronic constipation by toning up intestinal muscles and the stomach.

Indigestion: 

Grapes play an important role in dyspepsia. They relieve heat and cure indigestion and irritation in the stomach. They are also preferred over other digestive aids because they are considered a “light food”.

Diabetes

Recent research suggests that grape skin extract (GSE) exerts a novel inhibitory activity on hyperglycemia and may help in diabetes management.


Blood cholesterol:

Grapes contain a compound called pterostilbene, which has the capacity to lower a persons cholesterol levels.

Breast cancer

In a recent study, it has been discovered that purple, Concord grape juice helps in preventing breast cancer.

Immune System

Grapes are not only packed with flavonoids and minerals, but vitamins as well.
The high levels of Vitamin C, K, and A in grapes gives you a healthy boost to many of your 
organ systems, particularly your immune system..


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