The grapes have been known since antiquity. But only in the nineteenth century, when scientists studied its chemical composition, it was officially given the status of a medicine. In Europe, even a new direction in medicine has been formed - ampelotherapy - treatment with grape berries. And in France, the Grape Cure Federation was opened.
Vitamins and more
The beneficial properties of grapes are not limited to the presence of only vitamins. Although there are more than enough vitamins in this product. It contains vitamin C, vitamin A and almost the entire group B. It also contains vitamin E, PP and beta-carotene.
In addition, grapes are rich in macro- and microelements. It contains calcium, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, sulfur, iron, copper, zinc, iodine, manganese, chlorine and other elements.
It also contains organic acids: gluconic, tartaric, malic, citric, succinic and oxalic. In addition, this berry contains pectin, which removes heavy metals from the body.
Application
Due to their high potassium content, grapes are recommended for cores. It is also indicated for anemia, since the iron contained in it raises the level of hemoglobin.
Thanks to the content of organic acids, sugar and cellulose, grapes are a laxative and tonic for the stomach and the entire gastrointestinal tract.
Acids also explain the expectorant effect of this berry. The fruit of the grape makes it easier to separate phlegm and coughs. They are recommended for the treatment of bronchitis, sore throat and respiratory catarrh.
The antioxidants it contains block cholesterol and cleanse the blood vessels. Taking grapes makes it easier to endure stress and physical activity.
But the main "secret" of the popularity of grapes is the fructose and glucose contained in it. The sugars in it immediately enter the bloodstream, dilating the blood vessels and speeding up the metabolism. Therefore, in the last century, the French treated many different diseases with grapes in their grape federation.
And in the present century, scientists again turned to the study of grapes and found an interesting substance in it - resveratrol, which is a powerful antioxidant. This time we are only talking about red grapes. If you feed your skin with red grapes for a month, the production of new skin cells increases by 24%. Now grapes are used not only internally, but also externally, to prevent aging and miraculously rejuvenate the skin.
Useful grapes, like any medicine, have contraindications. It is prohibited for ulcers (because it contains a lot of acids) and people prone to obesity (grapes are a very high-calorie product). Due to the acid content, dentists advise brushing your teeth or rinsing your mouth with water after eating grapes, as acid is a catalyst for tooth decay.
