5 Reasons Why Grapes Are Good For Health

World’s most produced fruit, Grapes ‘Angoor’, traces its history to as far back the civilisation and are grown all across the world. Main ingredient in wine making, grape berry is also an integral part of everyday diet due to its distinct taste, flavour and the health benefits it offers.

Grapes known as Angoor in Hindi are tiny round or oval fruits. They have a semi-translucent sweet flesh which is encased by a smooth skin. The skin and the flesh both are edible. Some grapes have edible seeds while others are seedless. There are different varieties and colours of grapes available such as red, green, blue, black, and purple.

# Delays ageing

The resveratrol content of grapes controls the aging process. Resveratrol maintains skin health.

# Supports heart health

1. The flavonoids and resveratol in grapes possess heart disease prevention properties.

2. The antioxidants such as polyphenols, flavonoids, and resveratrol present in grapes help in decreasing high cholesterol, blood clots, heart-related diseases, and high blood pressure.

3. Quercetin and resveratrol decrease the risk of atherosclerosis and protects against the damage caused by “bad” cholesterol.

4. The potassium and fiber content of grapes supports heart health. High potassium intake reduces the chances of stroke. Potassium maintains healthy blood pressure levels.

# Supports immunity

The vitamin C and A content of grapes play a vital role in supporting the immune system through their natural anti-microbial properties.

# Boosts bone health

1. Several nutrients such as magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, manganese, potassium, and vitamin K present in grapes are vital for bone health.

2. The resveratrol content of grapes enhances bone density.

3. Grapes offer enhanced bone absorption and retention of calcium.

4. Grapes are high on antioxidants which help in enhancing the mobility and flexibility of joints.

# Other possible benefits…

Grapes produce several health benefits, apart from the health benefits mentioned above, it also produces few more such as protects against cancers, decreases blood sugar levels, protects against diabetes, promotes eye health, improves memory, attention and mood, slows down ageing and promotes longevity, prevents chronic diseases by decreasing inflammation, boosts skin health, prevents kidney disorders, improves eyesight, improves brain power, prevents cataract, cures asthma, prevents dehydration, boosts memory, prevents metabolic syndrome, and enhances a good night’s sleep.