Amazing Grapes nutrition and health benefits of grapes (Angoor)

Grape popularly known as “Angoor” in Hindi is a fruiting berry of genus vitis. Grape are eaten raw or can be used to make jams, jelly, wine, juice, grape seed extract, raisins, vinegar, grape seed oil. Grapes are the types of fruits that grow in clusters or group of 15-300. Here are some grapes nutrition with the health benefits.

Grape fruit are very small and tiny in size, with lots of nutrients in grapes, antioxidants, minerals and vitamins in grapes keep us healthy, fit and fine .

They have a tart flavour, which is the main reason why these small berries are amongst the popular snack fruits. They have a crisp texture, attractive color and very refreshing moisture. One cannot resist a bunch of grape kept in front of them and the best part is, they are healthy and you can eat as many as you want.

Health benefits of Grapes and grapes nutrition

Indigestion

They help in preventing dyspepsia (1). They are responsible for curing indigestion and irritation of the stomach.

Breast Cancer

A recent study says that purple coloured grape juice for health helps in preventing breast cancer.

For Vision

The most well-known health benefit is for the eyes. they are very good for the eyes. they are rich in lutein and zeaxanthin, which are responsible for maintaining good eye health as we age.

Blood Cholesterol

Pterostilbene (2) is a compound which is present in grapes and helps to lower the cholesterol levels.

Kidney Disorders

Grapes nutrition reduce the acidity of uric acid and also try to eliminate the acid from the system, which results in the reduction of pressure on the kidneys.

Benefits of grapes for Asthma

High assimilatory power which helps in increasing the level of moisture present in the lungs. Grape nutrition provide a high therapeutic value for asthma.

Antibacterial Activity

Red grapes are rich in antibacterial and antiviral properties and protect you from various infections. It has antiviral properties as well which is effective against polio virus and herpes simplex virus.

Constipation

Grape fruits are terribly effective in overcoming constipation. They are thought of as a laxative food, as they are rich in sugar, organic acid. They relieve chronic constipation by toning up the stomach.

Migraine

Grapes nutrition can cure migraine. In fact, ripe grape juice is an age-old home remedy for migraine. The ripe juice should be taken pure, without adding water to it, early in the morning (3). 

Grapes benefits for Skin

Cures Uneven Skin Tone

Green grapes are very effective in curing uneven skin tones. Squeeze out the juice of green grape and apply it on the skin. Let it dry. Rinse the juice off after some time. This will help in toning the skin.

Lightens Scars

Green grape help in lightening the scars that are caused due to acne. The vitamin C in grapes encourages the formation of scar tissues and ligaments and helps to repair the skin. Dust a bunch of green grapes with 1 tbsp of alum and 1 tbsp of salt. Keep them wrapped in a foil and bake them for a quarter of an hour. Apply the juice of these grapes on your face, leave it on for 15 minutes and then rinse with warm water.

Youthful Appearance

Green grape speed up the metabolism and induce perspiration, thus giving the skin a youthful and radiant appearance.

Anti-Aging Benefits

Free radicals are the main cause of premature aging, which is characterized by the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines on the skin. The antioxidants present in the grapes, along with vitamin in grapes like vitamin C, protect the skin from the harmful effects of the free radicals, and reverse the appearance of wrinkles and dark spots. They also help in toning the skin. If practiced regularly, rubbing the pulp of a few seedless grapes on the face in a circular motion and rinsing it after 20 minutes will help in reducing the formation of wrinkles.

Skin Softener

Grape seed extract is rich in vitamin E which retains the moisture of the skin. This extract also acts as an exfoliant. Scrubbing the skin with it results in the removal of the top layer of dead cells, thus making the skin healthier and smoother than before. A massage with this oil is known to hydrate the skin.

Rejuvenates the Skin

Certain organic acids that are present in grape facilitate the rejuvenation of the skin cells. Grape contain vitamin C that is necessary for collagen formation. Moreover, grapes make the skin free from diseases by removing the toxins from the body.

Protection against Sunburns

The fleshy part of the grapes as well as the extract of their seeds contains proanthocyanidins (4) and resveratrol, which are powerful antioxidants. The application of grape seed extract on the skin provides protection against harmful ultraviolet radiation.

Grapes benefits for hair

Encourages Hair Growth

Grape fruit have natural antioxidants that increase the blood circulation in the scalp. This encourages hair growth. Grape seed oil, extracted from the seeds of grape, is an odourless, green oil having a light and non-greasy texture. This gets absorbed into the scalp easily, making the hair soft, shiny and manageable.

Treatment of Dandruff

The regular application of grape seed oil can help combat seborrheic dermatitis (5), an itchy scalp condition in adults, and cradle cap in infants. Being a good moisturizer, this oil helps in removing dry flakes from the scalp and improves the blood circulation.

Treatment of Hair Loss

Grapes nutrition are also beneficial in combating hair loss. The vitamin E and linoleic acid (6) present in grape seed oil strengthen the follicles, making the hair strong and healthy. This oil is also beneficial in treating split ends, brittleness and breakage of hair due to rough handling.

Aromatherapy

Due to its non-greasy texture, grape seed oil does not leave a residue on the scalp. It is light, has good emollient properties and is suited for all skin types making it an oil apt to be used in aromatherapy.

Side effects of grapes

Gas

As the body digests grapes nutrition, a lot of fructose is released. The digestive tract breaks down the fructose, but a part of it remains undigested and passes to the gut. The bacteria in the colon start feeding on these undigested sugars and release gas. This leads to bloating as well as flatulence.

Vomiting

If you do not eat a lot of fiber on a regular basis, you can feel nauseous on eating too many grapes. This is because it becomes difficult for the digestive system to digest all that fiber in grapes. And it ends up creating discomfort in the stomach. This can lead to nausea and vomiting. Some preservatives in grapes can also trigger such a reaction.

Carbohydrate Overload

Carbohydrates turn into glucose in our body. Carbohydrate is a necessity in our daily diet. Your daily intake of carbohydrates should contribute 45 to 60% of all the calories you consume. Eating too many grapes can add extra carbohydrate to your diet. So, the grapes can indeed cause carbohydrate overload.

Indigestion

Eating large quantities of grapes, dried or as raisins and sultanas, can lead to indigestion. In some cases, it can even cause diarrhea. Those who have fructose intolerance (7) can also experience abdominal pain along with indigestion. People with fructose intolerance should avoid eating grapes as it may even harm the liver and kidney function.

Allergy

Grape allergies are extremely rare but it is the most serious side effect of grapes. Even touching grape can trigger allergic reactions in some people. Allergy symptoms include hives, red patches, wheezing difficulty in breathing, and sneezing. In severe cases, shortly after eating grapes, the allergic person goes into anaphylactic shock (8).