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Every once in awhile I think about eating grapes. Does anyone eat grapes for wellness? Do they have benefits?

flag	asked Aug 25 2011 at 4:38 Eric 22.5k●1●18●69

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Umm... I eat them because they're tasty. Not every day but mebbe once a week? Mostly Corinth grapes, they're small - I like 'em frozen. – jesuisjuba - paleorepublic.com Aug 25 2011 at 13:35

Thanks JuBa! Those grapes are amazing. – Eric Aug 25 2011 at 13:44

Scrubjay · Accepted Answer · 2011-08-25 04:47:53Z UTC

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I used to love grapes. But eating them now... I might as well just throw a bunch of sugar in my mouth and chug it down. I'd guess they have a certain amount of wellness in wine as reservatol, but jeez, you can barely find grapes that aren't super-sugared out anymore (like corn!). That said, there's got to be some heirloom or old varieties left that aren't super-fructose bombs. Off to look that up.

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I agree on the sugar... – Eric Aug 25 2011 at 4:57

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Smaller grapes have more skin surface area = more antioxidants – No more. Aug 25 2011 at 4:59

Good point. I love the little grapes... – Eric Aug 25 2011 at 5:00

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You could not physically eat enough grapes or drink enough wine to get any effects from the resveratrol...the supplement(be sure it's a high quality source, as always) is extremely concentrated. – Rogue Nutritionist Aug 25 2011 at 5:31

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RN - Sounds like a wager to me. I can drink a lot of wine, and if it will make me healthier via resveratrol I am gonna down a couple of bottles tonight. Thanks for hacking my binge! – peter Aug 25 2011 at 8:51

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Aughra · Answer 2 · 2011-08-25 04:59:56Z UTC

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Most grapes you're going to find at the store are little sugar bombs.

That said, if you aren't low carbing, there's a lot of value in enjoying your favorite (whole) foods once in a while. Some sweet fruit can be a nice treat.

answered Aug 25 2011 at 4:59

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Good point. Thanks! – Eric Aug 25 2011 at 5:01

Ashley · Answer 3 · 2011-08-25 05:03:54Z UTC

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I wonder if the different types of grapes do actually contain more/less sugar. I assume red have more than green, and probably the purple ones (that are huge) have the least. I couldn't find any research on this online, though I am sure one exists. Maybe plug different kinds into fit day and see? Also-did you know the sugar in grapes is turned into alcohol using yeast? Good to know for those who are sensitive. Learn something new every day!

answered Aug 25 2011 at 5:03

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Thanks Ashley!! – Eric Aug 25 2011 at 5:08

Yes, different types of grapes do contain different levels of sugar, which was the remote point of my answer. But, color has little to do with it; rather, it's what the variety is intended for that makes the difference. Wine, everyday consumer consumption (table grapes), etc. Some super dark purple grapes have high percentages of sugar (lots of fructose, too); whereas some green grapes, intended to be a bit sour, have less. – Scrubjay Aug 25 2011 at 5:10

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^ Thought about studying viticulture; wish I had :-) ^ – Scrubjay Aug 25 2011 at 5:14

Jessica G · Answer 4 · 2011-08-25 12:19:41Z UTC

I'm investigating the whole FODMAPS thing, and according to one of the primary sources I'm using (http://www.ibsfree.net/ibsfree_at_last/), grapes are high in both fructose and fructans. As I'm trying to mitigate some gastrointestinal dysfunction, I'll be cutting out grapes - sadly.

McMeghann · Answer 5 · 2011-08-25 16:20:32Z UTC

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I eat seasonally, so right now grapes are dirt cheap, so thats why I eat them. Plus if you freeze them, they are like little fruit popsicles! Yummy!

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dubpluris · Answer 6 · 2011-08-25 16:40:20Z UTC

Like everyone else said, watch out for the sugar. Otherwise, I enjoy them in moderation, really just like any other fruit. I know some fruits have more sugar than others and all the rest, but considering that I stay away from all of the refined sugars and treats I used to eat constantly without even thinking, I figure I can get away with the occasional fruit, no matter what it is.

Does anyone eat grapes for wellness?

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