California Grapes Named Best Fruit Snack by Men’s Health Magazine
According to Men’s Health Magazine, California Grapes are the best fruit snack because they’re loaded with antioxidants and natural sweetness.
Grapes in the News
Grapes are 'Edible Sunscreen' According to a New Study
A study says nature’s candy can be a valuable supplement to sunblock. The sun’s ultraviolet rays can be punishing to human skin. Sunblock can mitigate the potential damage, but when it comes to protecting our body’s largest organ, more help is always appreciated. A new study from researchers at the University of Alabama, Birmingham (UAB) may have just the thing: They’ve just discovered that the consumption of grapes can significantly increase the skin’s resistance to UV rays.
Olive Oil Cake with Fresh Grapes
Fresh grapes are featured in an olive oil cake recipe in the March 2021 issue of SHAPE magazine.
Why Everyone Needs Snack Time
Fresh grapes are included in a snacking article in the March 2021 issue of Better Homes & Gardens magazine.
Grapes Act Like ‘Edible Sunscreen,’ Protect Skin From UV Damage and Possibly Cancer
Grapes are a great source of nutrients that keep the inside of a person’s body healthy and strong. A new study finds they may also be doing the same thing for a person’s skin as well. Researchers with the University of Alabama at Birmingham find the fruit can protect the skin against damage from ultraviolet light.
Der Verzehr von Trauben bietet Schutz vor UV-Hautschäden
Eine kürzlich in der Zeitschrift der American Academy of Dermatology fanden heraus, dass der Verzehr von Trauben gegen ultraviolette (UV) Hautschäden geschützt ist. Die Probanden zeigten eine erhöhte Resistenz gegen Sonnenbrand und eine Verringerung der Marker für UV-Schäden auf zellulärer Ebene. Es wird angenommen, dass natürliche Bestandteile von Trauben, die als Polyphenole bekannt sind, für diese vorteilhaften Wirkungen verantwortlich sind.
Estudio: Consumo de Uva Podría Proteger Contra el Daño de los Rayos UV en la Piel
Un nuevo estudio afirmó que las uvas aumentan la resistencia a las quemaduras solares y reducen los marcadores de daño en la piel. El análisis, publicado recientemente en el Journal of the Academy of Dermatology encontró que consumir uvas protegía contra el daño cutáneo ultravioleta (UV).
These Three Foods Could be Key to Fighting COVID-19 Naturally
Scientist cites grapes, green tea, and dark chocolate as natural ways to ward off COVID-19 infection.
Try These Easy Dishes to Boost Your Immunity
Nourishing meals full of fruits, vegetables, protein-rich foods and whole grains help provide the body’s immune system with the nutrients it needs. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle by getting enough sleep, being physically active every day, having enough fluids and reducing stress also help keep the immune system in shape.
California Table Grape Commission's Kathleen Nave Explains New Research Findings That Vitamin K and Flavonoids are Beneficial Against COVID-19
With the entire globe hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic, exciting new research has emerged that shows how products from our own fresh produce industry could play an important role in recovery. As Kathleen Nave, President of the California Table Grape Commission, explains, vitamin K and flavonoid compounds found in fresh grapes could help treat those suffering from COVID-19.
Elegant Ideas for a Meal Worth Celebrating
Delighting guests in unexpected ways is the hallmark of exceptional entertaining. With a little creative flair, you can elevate your menu to impress guests with every course. A savory appetizer is set off beautifully by fresh, sweet grapes in this Grape and Goat Cheese Crostini. Festive, bright and refreshing, grapes are a versatile ingredient that take dishes to the next level, making them ideal for special occasions.
A Special Sweet-Tart Treat for the Holidays
All kinds of holiday celebrations, whether with immediate family or joining loved ones virtually, can be made better with sweet treats that add special meaning to the occasion. Including fresh fruit in your treat can make it an even tastier take on seasonal tradition.
Make Small Holiday Celebrations Special with a Fresh Menu
Holiday festivities with immediate family members or just a few friends rather than larger gatherings may feel different than normal, but you can make the most of the situation with these tips to add intimacy and special meaning to celebratory moments.
7 Grandes Razones Para Comer Más Uvas
Es posible que las uvas ya estén en uno de los primeros lugares de lista de alimentos para merendar, pero hay muchas razones para comer uvas, más allá de su irresistible sabor jugoso y dulce. Probablemente no sepa que las uvas también tienen muchas propiedades que pueden ayudarle a mantener una dieta más fresca y saludable. Con el enfoque reciente en los alimentos a base de plantas, no hay nada mejor que elegir productos agrícolas que pueden servir como un ingrediente vital tanto dulce como salado en sus comidas.
7 Great Reasons to Eat More Grapes
It’s possible that grapes are already high on your list of snackable foods, but there are so many reasons to eat grapes beyond just their irresistible juicy-sweet taste. You may not know that grapes also have many properties that can help you maintain a fresher, healthier diet. With the recent focus on plant-based foods, there’s nothing better than choosing produce that can work equally well as a vital ingredient for a sweet or savory part of your meal.
Make Small Holiday Celebrations Special with a Fresh Menu
Holiday festivities with immediate family members or just a few friends rather than larger gatherings may feel different than normal, but you can make the most of the situation with these tips to add intimacy and special meaning to celebratory moments.
Easy Dishes to Boost Immunity
Staying healthy is important year-round, but especially in the cooler months when temperatures drop, people spend more time inside and germs can spread easily. What you eat and the lifestyle you embrace are critical components of staying healthy.
Eating This Every Day May Help Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease
If Alzheimer’s disease runs in your family, you may want to head over to the produce section at your local grocery store pronto. A study finds eating grapes regularly may help ward off the debilitating brain ailment.
Grapes: The Sweet Truth, Part 3, Health Benefits of Grapes
Clearly, Mother Nature put more thought and chemistry into her fruits than just sweetness. Grapes have health benefits that far outweigh their natural sugar content.
Give Spicy Snacks a Sweet Touch with Grapes
Fresh California grapes are an ideal snack and can also be used to make dishes that are satisfying and delicious like these Sweet and Spicy Nachos.
Roast, Stew or Poach Grapes in 8 Recipes Fit for Fall
Per The Washington Post, “grapes of all kinds are wonderful roasted, stewed, marinated, sautéed, or pickled.” Here are eight delicious recipes that use grapes in unique ways.
Global Flavors for Your Weeknight Meals
What turns a recipe into a weeknight favorite? How about something easy and packed with flavor that can be made partly in advance? Add excitement by exploring cuisines like those of North Africa, with flavor contrasts of spicy, sweet and tart. The following recipes use grapes as a fresh accent to the flavorful North African spices in each dish. Grapes are also a handy snack while putting the finishing touches on dinner.
Ellie Krieger Shares Fall Recipe Favorites with California Grapes
Watch Ellie Krieger boost basic fall recipes with California grapes, including avocado toast, kale salad, and sheet-pan chicken.
Support Your Immune System with Grapes
Learn more about boosting immune function by eating more fruits and vegetables, including grapes. Three heart-healthy recipes are included.
Grapes and Immune Health
Grapes can play an important role in immune health. Learn how and discover some tasty ways to incorporate grapes in your next meal.
Boost Your Body with Grapes
From the brain to the heart and the immune system, see how grapes can boost your body towards better health.
Grapes Make the List
10 Health Benefits of Grapes
From heart, to brain, and even skin health, Good Housekeeping shows you 10 health benefits of grapes.
Grapes and health
ABOUT California TABLE GRAPES
Californians have been cultivating grapes for more than two centuries. Today, 99 percent of U.S. table grapes are produced in California's warm, dry climate that is ideal for grape growing. With more than 90 grape varieties grown, California grapes come in three colors—green, red and black—and are in season from May through January.
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