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Researchers Make Case for Grapes as a ‘Superfood’ After Review of Health Evidence
A systematic review of eight studies found grapes improved attention, memory and executive function, while daily eaters also cut LDL cholesterol by 6%.
- A four-week study found that individuals eating grapes daily reduced their LDL cholesterol by 6%. Both total cholesterol and bad LDL cholesterol were reduced by the same percentage.
- Research indicates that daily grape consumption increases gut bacteria variety, a change linked to lower risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease. This mechanism may explain the cholesterol reduction observed.
- One recommended portion is 80g, containing 54 calories, 0.6g of fibre, and 12g of sugar. As grapes are 80 per cent water, they offer a hydrating snack.
- University of Aberdeen researchers found grapes can enhance cognition, improving attention, spatial memory, and executive function. Purple varieties contain anthocyanins linked to better brain health.
- Harvard professor David Sinclair found resveratrol could increase cell survival in earlier research. However, a subsequent 2014 study of 800 people in Italy whose diets were naturally high in resveratrol found no health improvements.
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This common fruit has over 1,600 compounds that boost brain, heart, and gut health
Fresh grapes contain a potent mix of over 1,600 compounds that benefit heart, brain, skin, and gut health. New evidence suggests they deserve official superfood recognition, with benefits even at the genetic level.
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