The fruit scientifically recognized as a 'superfood' turns out to be very familiar.

This familiar fruit contains more than 1,600 beneficial biological compounds, supporting the heart, brain, skin and digestive system.

New research recently published in the scientific journal Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry has presented a convincing scientific argument showing that a delicious fruit deserves to be classified as a "superfood" thanks to its complex natural chemical structure and a series of health benefits that have been proven through research.

The author of the article, Dr. John M. Pezzuto, Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy and Health Sciences at Western New England University (USA), believes that grapes can absolutely 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 store with more than 1,600 biological compounds, including antioxidants, polyphenols, flavonoids, anthocyanidins, catechins, phenolic acids and resveratrol. These compounds work together to bring about many biological effects, notably anti-oxidation, cell protection and support of metabolic functions in the body.

The key point Dr. Pezzuto emphasizes is that the health benefits of grapes do not come from a single component, but from the unique and 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 protect DNA in skin cells.

Gut health: Supports gut microbiota, increasing biodiversity in the gut.

Eye health: Increases 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 nutrigenetics. 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 grapes’ health benefits.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/loai-qua-duoc-khoa-hoc-cong-nhan-la-sieu-thuc-pham-hoa-ra-rat-quen-185250802175829479.htm