8 reasons to start eating grapes today!

Grapes, or angoor as it is called in India is an extremely popular fruit with many people as it is so delicious and simple to eat. Unlike other fruits, you don’t have to worry about peeling it, removing the seeds or cutting it into pieces. In terms of health benefits too, grapes are packed with vitamins and antioxidants that make it extremely healthy. Here are some reasons why you should include it in your diet.

Prevents heart disease

More and more young people are falling prey to heart disease these days. Grapes are high in fibre, polyphenols and a flavonoid called quercetin, which reduces the chances of your arteries getting blocked due to bad cholesterol. This makes it a great fruit for your heart.

Helps you lose weight

Like cucumber and bottle gourd, grapes too are a good option for those looking to lose weight.  A 100g serving contains just 67 calories, and since the fruit is loaded with water and fibre, it’ll make you feel full and reduce hunger pangs for a long time.

Prevents cancer

Grapes have several antioxidants, along with anti-inflammatory properties which makes it really good for preventing cancer. Antioxidants like myricetin and quercetin prevents your cells from suffering from free radical damage and keeps cancer at bay.

Good for your eyes

Eyes are an extremely important part of our body as without it there would only be darkness. Grapes are rich in antioxidants like lutein and zeaxanthin, which have been linked to a reduced risk of age-related macular degeneration.

Cures constipation

When you have constipation, it is because the food gets stuck in your colon. Grapes are loaded with fibre which helps clear, this food and facilitates good bowel movements. Even if you don’t have constipation, eating fruits like grapes will keep your digestive health in mint condition.

Keeps you looking younger

As we age, our skin suffers from free radical damage which is similar to the way iron rusts after being exposed to air. Even though there is no way to prevent this process, the many antioxidants present in grapes will at least help delay it.

Good for diabetics

Even though most fruits are good for diabetics, certain fruits like watermelon have a high glycaemic index. Grapes have a sweet taste, but they have a low glycaemic index of 46 making it suitable for diabetics. According to a study published in The Journal of Nutrition, grapes can even help in the better functioning of beta cells that produce insulin.

Helps eliminate toxins due to high water content

80% of grapes is water which helps in flushing out the toxins from your body.  Also, people whose jobs require them to travel in the sun should eat grapes to keep themselves hydrated and prevent the loss of minerals that occurs through sweating.