California scientists claim:Eating grapes lowers cholesterol; It also helps prevent heart attack and stroke
Everyone knows that eating fruits is good for health. Scientists have claimed on the basis of a study that eating grapes reduces cholesterol levels. It can also help prevent heart attack and stroke. In fact, researchers in California gave the participants in the study 46 grams of grapefruit powder daily for four weeks. They found that eating grapes increased the diversity of bacteria in the gut. These bacteria are helpful in the strong immune system of humans. Cholesterol levels were also shown to be significantly higher in these people. Cholesterol is a fat-like substance in the blood that can block the arteries if it is high. This can lead to heart disease. Eating grapes reduces the acid level in bile. It plays an important role in digestion. Fruits like grapes and apples contain antioxidants called polyphenols, which are organic compounds naturally present in plants. They keep the blood vessels healthy and flexible to...