Black Grapes

Did You Know

• It takes about 2.5 pounds of grapes to make one bottle of wine.

• Grapes come in many colors, including green, red, black, yellow, pink, and purple. "White" grapes are actually green.

• There are more than 8,000 grape varieties from about 60 species. The main types are American and European.

• Black grapes are a kind of berry. They have a leathery covering and a fleshy inside, similar to blueberries.

• Spanish explorers introduced the fruit to Americas about 300 years ago.

Health Benefits

• Black grapes contain Lutein and Zeaxanthin, which are carotenoids, known to help in maintaining good eyesight.

• Black grapes are 82 percent water, which keeps them low in calories despite being high in natural sugars. All that water is filling and hydrating for the body. In other words, grapes are sweet but still low-calorie and fat-free.

• Black grapes are rich in vitamin C, K and A along with flavonoids and minerals, and as such are said to help in boosting one's immunity. They are also rich in sugar and organic acids that help in relieving constipation, indigestion and treating kidney problems.

• Black grapes contain resveratrol which slows the growth of cancer in laboratory tests and animal trials, but more studies are needed to learn whether it will help humans fight cancer.

• Black grapes are much higher in antioxidants than green or red grapes. These chemical compounds help protect your cells from damage. They protect against diseases like cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and heart disease. They can also help you heal from illness faster.

*Disclaimer: Please seek professional medical advice for a diet that fits your needs.