A perfect bite of moist sweetness wrapped in it’s own package. That much we know about concord grapes. We also know delicious juice, jams and jellies can be made from concord grapes, and for those that imbibe, a goblet of their favorite fruit of the vine starts with the humble grape. How many health benefits can you name that concord grapes provide? You may be surprised to discover that concord grapes relieve allergy symptoms, prevent stomach upset, reduce fatigue and improve heart health.
Allergy Symptom Relief
Concord grapes contain Quercetin, a bioflavonoid that hinders the body’s mast cells from secreting inflammatory histamines which are responsible for allergy symptoms. A daily serving of concord grapes provide enough Quercetin to put an end to itchy, watery eyes and nose. As a side note – concord grapes contain over twice as much Quercetin as blackberries.
Prevent Stomach Upset
H. pylori and other food borne pathogens are the culprits behind various stomach upset including diarrhea and ulcers. Concord grapes contain the antimicrobial flavonoid called catechin which kills almost 100 percent of these stomach upsetting pathogens before they can wreak havoc in the digestive system. A daily serving of concord grapes prevent stomach upset without harming the good probiotic bacteria in the digestive tract.
Reduced Fatigue, More Energy
In 30 days you can reduce your fatigue level and increase your energy level. How? With a daily serving of concord grapes, this is according to a study done by Chinese researchers.
Concord grapes contain malic acid which plays a key role in producing adenosine triphophate (ATP), the body’s energy dispensing molecule. More grapes=more ATP=more energy.
The skin of concord grapes contains Resveratrol which increases the oxygen flow to cells, primarily brain cells, that will help give a boost to mental energy.
Improve Heart Health
Wine is touted as a beverage that improve heart health, and for us teetotalers, it’s good to know that concord grapes will do the same. Grapes contain saponin, a compound that binds to and prevents the absorption of dietary cholesterol. Saponin also reduces the inflammation in the body which causes plaque to buildup in arteries, which leads to heart disease. The polyphenols in concord grapes improve heart with by relaxing blood vessels, increasing circulation and reducing blood pressure.