GO EAT... GRAPES.GRAPES are a great fruit to snack on. They detoxify de·tox·i·fy v. 1. To counteract or destroy the toxic properties of a substance. 2. To remove the effects of poison from something, such as the blood. 3. and cleanse the system, encouraging weight loss and reducing the risk of coronary heart disease coronary heart disease: see coronary artery disease. coronary heart disease or ischemic heart disease Progressive reduction of blood supply to the heart muscle due to narrowing or blocking of a coronary artery (see atherosclerosis). and cancer. Grapes are good sources of vitamin A, B, B6 and folate folate /fo·late/ (fo´lat) 1. the anionic form of folic acid. 2. more generally, any of a group of substances containing a form of pteroic acid conjugated with l-glutamic acid and having a variety of substitutions. and contain a compound called pterostilbene which reduces cholesterol. Minerals like potassium, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, iron and selenium are found in grapes, as is fibre. Grape seeds are powerful antioxidants which blocks premature aging and diseases by controlling free radicals. Some grape seed extracts are known to have 50 times the nutritional value of vitamin E and C. They also have anti viral, anti carcinogenic properties which ensure smooth blood circulation. Grape skins are nutritious too. Eating too many grapes can cause cramps. |
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