6 Health benefits of eating grapes
6 Health benefits of eating grapes
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We all love to eat grapes. They are the most awaited fruit of the year. This small and juicy fruit has many more health benefits for you. Researchers have found that including grapes in your diet can be really good for health. Here, let's check out some of the health benefits of grapes.

1.  Loaded with Antioxidants
Grapes are a powerhouse of antioxidants. They contain a wide range of phytonutrients right from carotenoids to polyphenols. Studies have revealed that these phytonutrients help in preventing certain kinds of cancers and help in maintaining heart health.

2. Prevents Skin Problems
It is found that resveratrol prevents signs of ageing and other skin problems. According to a study, when combined with a common acne medication benzoyl peroxide, grapes fights the acne-causing bacteria.

3. High Source of Potassium
The nutritional breakup of grapes reveals that per 100 grams of the fruit contains 191 mg of potassium. High intake of potassium and lowering sodium content can help your body in numerous ways. Potassium also counteracts excess sodium.
 
4. Good for the Eyes
According to a study, grapes promote eye health from 
signalling changes at the cellular level to directly countering oxidative stress. Including grapes in the diet results in lower levels of inflammatory proteins and higher amounts of protective proteins in the retinas.

5. Boost Brain Power
Certain studies have found that resveratrol helps in increasing blood flow to the brain. Thereby it could help speed up mental responses and prove to be beneficial for those suffering from brain-related ailments like Alzheimer’s.

6. Good for the Knees
A study says that daily intake of grapes can help get relief from knee pain. Especially the ones triggered due to symptomatic osteoarthritis. Grapes are high in antioxidants, most important and beneficial one being polyphenols, which help in improving the flexibility and mobility of joints.

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