New research published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry makes a convincing scientific argument that a delicious fruit deserves to be classified as a "superfood" thanks to its complex natural chemical structure and a range of health benefits that have been proven through research.
The author of the article, Dr. John M. Pezzuto, Dean of the School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences at Western New England University (USA), believes that grapes can stand on par with famous fruits like berries, according to the medical news site News Medical.
Grapes - a medicinal storehouse containing more than 1,600 compounds
Grapes are one of the few fruits that possess a rich natural medicinal storehouse with more than 1,600 biological compounds, including antioxidants, polyphenols, flavonoids, anthocyanidins, catechins, phenolic acids and resveratrol. These compounds work together to provide many biological effects, notably antioxidant, cell protection and support for metabolic functions in the body.
The key point Dr. Pezzuto emphasizes is that the health benefits of grapes do not come from a single ingredient, but from the unique, natural combination of the entire grape – what gives the fruit its special power.
More than 60 studies have confirmed the benefits of grapes.
Studies show that grapes significantly support heart health, helping to relax blood vessels, improve blood circulation and regulate cholesterol levels, according to News Medical.
In addition, clinical trials have also noted the positive effects of grapes on:
Brain Health: Enhances cognitive function and brain metabolism.
Skin health: Helps fight UV damage and protects DNA in skin cells.
Gut health: Supports gut microbiota, increasing biodiversity in the gut.
Eye health: Improves the optical density of macular pigment in the retina.
Grapes and nutritional genetics
Grapes also have a positive effect on gene expression – a phenomenon known as nutrigenomics. Grape consumption has been shown to positively alter gene expression in various body systems. Dr. Pezzuto believes that these actions at the genetic level may be the driving force behind the health benefits of grapes.
Source: https://thanhnien.vn/loai-qua-duoc-khoa-hoc-cong-nhan-la-sieu-thuc-pham-hoa-ra-rat-quen-185250802175829479.htm
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