The health benefits of grapes. Recipes of beauty and health

The health benefits of grapes are mainly due to its anti-inflammatory properties. Grapes can prevent the development of chronic and cardiac diseases, and can improve the condition of hair and skin.

The nutritional value of grapes

100 grams of grapes contain:

• calories: 72 kilocalories;


• Proteins: 0.6 g;


• fats: 0.6 g;


• carbohydrates: 15.4 g;


• vitamin C: 6.7% of the daily norm;


• Potassium: 9% of daily allowance;


• copper: 8% of the daily allowance.

Health Benefits of Grapes

• He treats a migraine. A glass of freshly squeezed grape juice can remove headaches due to the action of antioxidants and riboflavin.


• Protects the brain. Regular consumption of grapes will protect the brain from neurodegenerative diseases. Studies in mice showed a slowdown in the decline in cognitive function in Alzheimer's disease.


• Helps with stomach disorders. A glass of grape juice can help digestion by removing the symptoms of burning, heaviness and overflow.


• Maintains eye health due to the content of lutein and zeaxanthin.


• Bronchial asthma. Grapes can increase the moisture of the lungs and relieve spasms.


• He is fighting cancer. Antimutagenic and antioxidant properties of grapes help to fight the development of tumors. The use of grapes against cancer is best shown in a study of breast cancer.


• Reduces the level of "bad" cholesterol due to the action of polyphenols.


• Reduces the level of sugar in the blood. Grapes can satisfy the need for sweetness and at the same time reduce blood sugar by combining pterostilben.


• Helps work kidneys. Grapes reduces acidity of uric acid and facilitates its excretion, as a result of which the burden on the kidneys decreases.


• Protects against herpes and polio. The antiviral properties of grapes protect against infections such as herpes and poliomyelitis, and accelerate recovery.


• Has a laxative effect. Grapes are a very effective treatment for constipation because it contains sugars, organic acids and cellulose.

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Grapes for hair beauty

For hair, the greatest benefit will come from black grape varieties. Black grapes can make hair strong and shiny.

• Struggles with hair loss. Raspomite grapes and generously apply to the roots of hair and the hair itself. Let him stay on his hair for a while before rinsing. Linoleic acid grapes strengthens the follicles and makes the hair strong and healthy.


• Gives hair shine. Mix 3 tablespoons of crushed grapes with 2 egg yolks. Apply the mask on hair and roots, carefully rubbing. Wash off after 20 minutes.


• Seeds of grapes can give hair volume. Grind 50 grams of grapes seeds, 50 grams of seeds of the sweetener and 1 tsp. pepper. Add the powder to the warm oil and massage the scalp for 10 minutes. Rinse your head. For best effect, use the remedy twice a week.


• Fighting dandruff. To instantly get rid of dry scalp, apply a kneaded black grapes on your head. Wash off after 15 minutes. Grapes are rich in antioxidants, therefore successfully prevents hair problems.

How does grapes eliminate skin problems?

Regular application of grapes will give the skin smoothness and elasticity:

• Protects against sunburn. Apply to the affected area of the skin a puree of grapes. After 30 minutes rinse with cold water.


• The flesh of the grape and the extract of its seeds contain proanthocyanidins and resveratrol, which are powerful antioxidants. Grape seed extract provides protection against ultraviolet radiation. It acts as a sunscreen, reducing sunburn from sun exposure and minimizing damage to skin cells.


• Rejuvenates the skin. Apply the flesh of the grapes to the face in a circular motion. Rinse with cold water after 20 minutes.


• Antioxidants protect the skin from the harmful effects of free radicals and reverse the appearance of wrinkles and dark spots. Grapes contain vitamin C, which is necessary for the formation of collagen, and a fiber-like protein that helps maintain skin elasticity and compensates for aging.


• It makes the skin supple. Use grape seed extract as a scrub. Rinse off with cold water.


• Grape seed extract is rich in vitamin E and moisturizes the skin. It also helps exfoliate dead cells. The upper layer of cells is removed, the skin becomes more smooth and healthy. Grape juice improves skin tone due to the presence of polyphenols.


• He struggles with an uneven tone. Apply freshly squeezed grape juice or flesh on the skin. Allow to dry and rinse with cold water.


• Dark or light spots create an uneven skin tone.