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What are the benefits of grapes?

The grape is a fruit rich in sugars, up to 16% is made up of glucose and fructose. Discover the benefits of grapes.

Do you know the benefits of grapes? The grape is a fruit rich in sugars, up to 16% is made up of glucose and fructose, which is better assimilated than sucrose. It has a high caloric value, approximately 70 calories per 100 grams of fresh grapes and more than 260 calories in raisins, due to its high concentration of sugars. On the other hand, it has little protein, hardly any fat, it has a large amount of fiber, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus and a lot of potassium. It also has minimal amounts of sodium, carotenes and vitamins C, B complex and folic acid. One of the components of grapes and wine is called resveratrol. It has several important biological characteristics. It is anti-inflammatory and has effects on lipid metabolism. Protects the heart by reducing cholesterol level. And it also inhibits the aggregation of platelets in the blood. This makes the blood less thick and prevents the formation of blood clots that trigger heart and brain attacks. Immediate fuel From a dietary point of view, it is one of the most energetic and useful fruits, since it represents direct fuel for the brain. It uses glucose in many of its functions. But on the contrary, it is a contraindicated food for diabetics due to its high glucose content. It is also not the ideal fruit for obese people due to its high caloric content. On the other hand, it is a very suitable food for children and the elderly, given the rapid assimilation of sugars and their easy use. Avoid giving grapes to family members who you know have diabetes, celebrating the new year with grapes is a tradition and not an obligation for those who cannot taste r of this fruit, remember that the health of your family comes first before any custom or tradition.