Volume : V, Issue : IV, April - 2015

Versatile Health Benefits of Active Components of Grapes (Vitis Vinifera)

Ms. Sindhu S, Dr. S. Radhai Sri

Abstract :

 Grapes (Vitis vinifera) are an extensively used fruit in the world. Grapes are highly beneficial as a fruit 

because of its excellent nutrient profile. Various preparations of grapes like grape pomace, grape flesh, 
grape seed and its extract, raisins and beverages of grapes like juice and wine have most potent active components 
like phenols, flavanoids, resveratrol which contribute to the antioxidant, anti–inflammatory, cardio protective and antioncogenic properties. Because of this, consumption of grapes should be encouraged among the people of all age 
groups to improve their dietary habits which in turn accelerated their health status. Even though it is available at our 
door steps, the health facts of grapes remain unknown to every person. This review provides comprehensive information on the versatile health benefits provided by the active components present in grapes. 

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Article: Download PDF   DOI : 10.36106/ijar  

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Ms. Sindhu S, Dr. S. Radhai Sri Versatile Health Benefits of Active Components of Grapes (Vitis Vinifera) Indian Journal of Applied Research, Vol.5, Issue : 4 April 2015


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