White grape juice increases HDL cholesterol and reduces body mass index, abdominal and waist circunference in women

Phenolic compounds comprise a large family of natural products widely found in vegetables, fruits, chocolate, coffee, tea, wine and grape juice [1]. Some phenolic compounds are known to be efficient free radical scavengers, presenting beneficial health effects such as cardio protection, anticancer, anti-inflammation, anti-ageing and antimicrobial properties [2]. One of the most important sources of these bioactive compounds are grapes and their derivative products, such as juice.

Source: Nutrition - June 18, 2018 Category: Nutrition Authors: Caroline Zuanazzi, Paulina Ampessan Maccari, Sandra Czarnobai Beninca, Catia Santos Branco, Helo ísa Theodoro, Regina Vanderlinde, Josiane Siviero, Mirian Salvador Source Type: research