Numerous studies have demonstrated that various dietary agents can help tremendously when it comes to a number of diseases and serious health conditions. Fruits and vegetables represent an untapped reservoir of various nutritive phytochemicals with potential cancer-reducing and cholesterol-lowering abilities.
Grapes are a rich source of the antioxidant resveratrol.
A number of studies show that resveratrol has the potential to possibly stop cancer from starting in the breast, liver, stomach and lymphatic system.
“The grape’s skin has the most resveratrol, so leave the skin intact,” said Lindsay Wohlford, dietician.
Polyphenols and other phytochemicals can also reduce and help control blood sugar levels and blood pressure levels, and reduce chronic inflammation – another risk factor for heart disease.
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In a study published in the Journal of Nutrition, the anticancer potential of grape seed extract and other grape-based products was analysed.
“Grapes and grape-based products are one such class of dietary products that have shown cancer chemopreventive potential and are also known to improve overall human health,” noted the study.
It added: “The anticancer effects of whole black grape (seeds included) extract are reported in the cancerous colon tissues of humans via inhibition in DNA turnover enzymes.
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Professor Zhaoping Li said: “We found that grapes have a beneficial effect on gut bacteria, which is great news, since a healthy gut is critical to good health.
He added: “Various studies involving grapes deepens our knowledge and expands the range of health benefits, further reinforcing the heart health benefits of grapes with lowered cholesterol.”
Grapes are also known to help keep blood vessels healthy and flexible for good circulation and healthier blood pressure.
