HEALTH/FOOD SPECIAL .............GET HEALTHY WITH GRAPES

GET HEALTHY WITH GRAPES

    Did you know that grapes are packed with health benefits? Take a look at some of them.
BOOSTS BONE HEALTH
Grapes are full of micro-nutrients like copper, iron, and manganese, which are important for bone formation and strength. In fact,experts say that including grapes in your daily diet can delay or even prevent the onset of age-related diseases like osteoporosis.
HALE AND HEARTY
Grapes raise the level of Nitric Oxide in the blood, which helps prevent blood clots. Thus, they help prevent heart attacks. Being rich in antioxidants, grapes also reduce the harmful effects of LDL cholesterol.
CURES CONSTIPATION
A well-known laxative, grapes are very effective in eliminating constipation. (The organic acid, sugar and cellulose in the fruit gives it laxative properties.) It’s also believed to cure chronic constipation by toning up intestinal muscles and the stomach. Last but not the least, grapes are also high in insoluble fibre, which helps clean the system.
IDEAL FOR INDIGESTION
Here’s a tip that will come handy, especially if you have small children. Grapes can relieve you from indigestion and irritation in the tummy. Being a light food, they are also easy on the stomach.
FIGHTS FATIGUE
Anaemia or low haemoglobin level, which is a common problem, can leave you sluggish and tired. Grapes, which are rich in iron and other essential minerals, can restore their levels in your body and raise your HB levels. But be careful. Only light and white grape supplements can boost the iron levels. Dark grapes, on the contrary, may actually cause them to dip.
KILLS KIDNEY TROUBLE
Grapes have the ability to reduce the acidity of uric acid. They also help remove the acid from your system, thus reducing the load on your k i d - neys. Owing to their high water content, grapes also induce frequent urination, which washes away the uric acid present in the body. In short, grapes make for excellent cleansers.
BEATS BREAST CANCER
A recent study has revealed that purple grape juice can help prevent breast cancer. The rich antioxidant content in grapes are effective against all types of cancer, but they are even more so, when it comes to breast cancer.
IT’S GOOD FOR IMMUNITY
Apart from antioxidants, flavonoids and minerals, grapes are full of vitamins as well. The fruit is rich in vitamins C, K, and A. It boosts the functioning of many organ systems, including your immune system. So, have grapes daily and you will not suffer from frequent health problems.

— Vidya Menon BT131012