It’s more important than ever to eat right to keep yourself healthy. So we’re talking plant-based snacks for summer that are bursting with flavor and nutrients. Here are our favorites snacks, all with the Good Housekeeping nutritionist-approved emblem to help you identify healthier choices at the grocery store and shop smarter for you and your family.
The greatness of grapes is real! With the first grape varieties dating as far back as 6000 B.C., this tasty fruit has been a snacking staple for centuries. Although every type of produce has a place in your diet, snacking on green, red or purple varieties can help you get the recommended 1½ to 2 cups of fruit you need each day. Believe it or not, only 10% of Americans eat enough produce according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
“Over 20 years of grape research links grapes to a wide variety of health-promoting activities in the body,” says Courtney Romano, M.B.A., R.D., health advisor to the California Table Grape Commission. “Grapes contain over 1600 natural compounds, including antioxidants and other polyphenols.” She adds that polyphenols help protect the health and function of our cells which is the foundation of good health, and that grape polyphenols in particular promote antioxidant activity and influence cell communications that affect important biological processes in the body.
Aside from differences in color and taste, you may be wondering if the different colors of grapes have different nutritional benefits. “All colors of grapes contain beneficial compounds that may work synergistically to benefit health, so eating a variety of grapes is ideal,” Romano says.
Did you know that about 99% of the table grapes grown in the United States are grown in California? This tasty fruit has been a snacking staple for centuries and boasts a ton of impressive health benefits, from promoting cardiovascular health to boosting cognition. California Table Grapes are a high-volume, nutrient-dense snack that contain over 1600 natural compounds, including antioxidants and other polyphenols.
According to Men’s Health Magazine, California Grapes are the best fruit snack because they’re loaded with antioxidants and natural sweetness.
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.
Fresh grapes are featured in an olive oil cake recipe in the March 2021 issue of SHAPE magazine.
Fresh grapes are included in a snacking article in the March 2021 issue of Better Homes & Gardens magazine.
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.
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.
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).
Scientist cites grapes, green tea, and dark chocolate as natural ways to ward off COVID-19 infection.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Watch Ellie Krieger boost basic fall recipes with California grapes, including avocado toast, kale salad, and sheet-pan chicken.
Learn more about boosting immune function by eating more fruits and vegetables, including grapes. Three heart-healthy recipes are included.
Grapes can play an important role in immune health. Learn how and discover some tasty ways to incorporate grapes in your next meal.
From the brain to the heart and the immune system, see how grapes can boost your body towards better health.
From heart, to brain, and even skin health, Good Housekeeping shows you 10 health benefits of 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.