Monday, August 10, 2015

Grapes are “the berries”

  • Stilbenes
    • resveratrol
    • piceatannol
    • pterostilbene
  • Flavanols
    • catechins
    • epicatechins
    • procyanidins
    • proanthocyanidins
    • viniferones
  • Flavonols
    • quercetin
    • kaempferol
    • myricetin
    • isorhamnetin
  • Phenolic Acids
    • caffeic acid
    • coumaric acid
    • ferulic acid
    • gallic acid
  • Carotenoids
    • beta-carotene
    • lutein
    • zeaxanthin

In addition to the above-listed nutrients, grapes have also been shown to contain the hormone and antioxidant melatonin as well as unique oligopeptides (small protein-like molecules) that have anti-bacterial and other properties.

From WHFoods Weekly which has more information on these delicious, healthy treats.  I love August and September when I can get California grapes.  I love to mix them in green salads with sliced onion.  Yum.

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