Grapes are a fun fruit to eat, but you may not know about all the grape health benefits they bring to the table! These sweet, juicy gems are more than just a snack — they’re nutritional powerhouses. Whether you’re eating them one-by-one straight from the bunch or tossing them into salads and snacks, grapes offer refreshing flavor and a whole lot of goodness.

Grab a bunch. Pluck the gorgeous grapes off their stems one-by-one. Eagerly pop them into your mouth and enjoy their refreshing juiciness and sweet yet balanced flavor. Their shape and texture vary; some are round and crunchy, others are cylindrical and soft.

California table grape farmers grow more than 80 different varieties of grapes. They come in three colors with various shades of green, red, and black. No matter what shape, color, or variety they are, all grapes from California offer a variety of potential health benefits.

Grape Health Benefits: Good for Your Heart

Eating grapes is associated with heart health. People who eat the most fruits and vegetables, especially berries, have the lowest risk of heart disease. They are also at lower risk of developing dementia compared to those who eat fewer fruits and vegetables.

(Wait! Did she just imply grapes are berries? Yes, from a botanical point of view, grapes qualify as berries — with an average of 100 berries per bunch!)

Powerful Plant Compounds in Grapes

There are many naturally occurring plant compounds in grapes that help promote health, including anthocyanins, flavonols, phenolic acids, proanthocyanidins, and stilbenes. While their names may sound intimidating, their potential grape health benefits are actually pretty exciting.

Resveratrol, a stilbene, is one of the best-known of these natural plant compounds. Resveratrol from grapes offers powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It does not matter what color the grape is — all grapes contain resveratrol, so pick the ones that suit your mood and munch away knowing you’re doing something good for your health.

Grapes and Glowing Skin

Can snacking on grapes keep your skin soft and supple? Maybe. Research suggests that grapes may protect skin from UV damage from the sun. While it’s important to wear sunscreen, you can feel good knowing your grape habit is doing double duty — nourishing your body from the inside and possibly protecting your skin on the outside.

Grape Compounds and Cancer Prevention

Plant-based foods, including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, and seeds are associated with reduced risk of certain types of cancer. Resveratrol, along with hundreds of other naturally occurring plant compounds in grapes, has antioxidant properties that help protect DNA in our cells from damage that can trigger cancer cell growth.

This process of regulating oxidative stress is critically important for reducing cancer risk, promoting healthy aging, protecting heart health, and maximizing grape health benefits.

Which Grapes Offer the Most Health Benefits?

The heart health, skin health, and cancer-related grape health benefits have been observed in thousands of studies from around the world. It doesn’t matter where or how the grapes grow – although we love the exceptional quality of California grapes! The people who eat the most fruits and vegetables, grapes included, get the most health benefits.

Don’t Wait — Enjoy These Grape Health Benefits Today! 🍇

So, what are you waiting for? Grab a bunch and start enjoying all these incredible grape health benefits. Whether you’re snacking, meal prepping, or blending them into smoothies, grapes are an easy and delicious way to do something great for your body.

Here Are A Few Delicious Grape Recipes to Try Soon!

A Super Delicious Arugula Salad with Melons and Grapes

You know that moment when you’re standing in the grocery store, staring down the wall of leafy green options, wondering what on earth to toss into your cart for dinner? Yeah—been there. That’s why we’re here to make the case for one of our absolute favorites: peppery arugula. Trust us, after one bite of this easy arugula salad recipe with melons and grapes, you’ll be fully on board.

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What Is A Shrub Anyway? How To Make Your Own Grape Soda

Have you ever wondered what is a shrub? You might think of something that grows in the ground, but you’d be wrong! Imagine a tangy, sweet syrup that bursts with the vibrant flavor of fresh grapes and a hint of zesty vinegar. When mixed with sparkling water, it transforms into a refreshing grape soda, effervescent and bright, with a perfect balance of sweet and tart.

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The Best Pickles You’ve Ever Tasted: Quick Pickled Grapes

If you’re a fan of bold flavors and satisfying crunch, you’re in for a treat. Creating an epic pickle platter is a fantastic way to showcase a variety of pickled fruits and vegetables, all sourced from the bountiful fields of California. Let’s explore the art of making pickles inspired by fruit.

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Roasted Grape & Goat Cheese Sweet Potato Crostini

Let’s take a deep dive into the surprisingly versatile and delicious world of roasted grapes. If these gems have never made their way from your crisper drawer to the oven before, you’re in for a real treat! California-grown table grapes are grown in some of the most fertile soil in the world and harvested under the perfect conditions for maximum flavor and nutrition.

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This article was written by Amy Myrdal Miller, MS, RDN, FAND Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

Amy Myrdal Miller, MS, RDN, FAND, is an award-winning dietitian, farmer’s daughter, public speaker, author, and president of Farmer’s Daughter® Consulting, Inc., an agriculture, food, and culinary communications firm. Amy’s career highlights include working for Dole Food Company, the California Walnut Commission and California Walnut Board, and The Culinary Institute of America. A farmer’s daughter from North Dakota, today Amy and her husband Scott Miller live in Carmichael, California with “the interns” Violet Grey and Schroeder the Shredder.