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www.karenrothnutrition.com Grapes are a great Energy Food and low in calories. One cup is only 62 calories. Grapes contain Quercetin and Resveratrol powerful phytonutrients. Many believe that it is these two plant nutrients that explains why the French have a low rate of heart disease while eating a high fat diet. These nutrients are found in Red Wine, Grapes and Grape juice. One of the ways these compounds work in protecting against heart disease is that they reduce platelet clumping and blood clots. Another is inhibiting molecules that make our blood vessels constrict. Keep in mind, that the darker the grape the higher the concentration of these health promoting nutrients. And when shopping for grapes, make sure they are firm and not wrinkled. The stem should be firmly attached and not loose. And if you see that the color around the stem is not the same color as the rest of the grape, then you know they are old. Imported Grapes are on the top 12 list of having the most pesticide residue. So purchase only organic imported grapes or even better, purchase locally grown grapes. Grapes are such an easy food to add to your diet. They are the ultimate finger food. You can freeze them for a nice sweet frozen treat. Some ideas to using grapes, add them to your chicken or tuna salad. Make a grape and Broccoli salad. Mix with pecans and toss with a little lemon juice and honey. Toss grapes in your green salads, and even yogurt