PROMOTE A
H E A LT H Y colonGrapes have over 1,600 natural
plant compounds
Research into the potential impact to our health when
consuming grapes suggests that the whole grape—
which contains over 1,600 natural plant compounds,
including antioxidants and other polyphenols—offers
a range of intriguing health benefi ts when included in
our daily diet.Help support a healthy colon
Grapes may help promote a healthy colon. In a
preliminary study of individuals with colon cancer,
researchers found that consuming about 2½ cups of
grapes every day for two weeks showed a signifi cant
reduction in the expression of certain target genes
responsible for promoting tumor growth in the
colon.* Additional human studies will be important
to fully understand the role of grapes in this vital
area of health.A whole bunch of healthy
Scientists at some of the nation’s most prestigious
research institutions continue to study the potential
health benefi ts derived from eating grapes every
day. California’s fresh-grape farmers are committed
to supporting continued research on grapes and their
impact on heart health, eye health, brain health, joint
health and cell health. For now, just remember to...Go with grapes every day fora whole bunch of healthy.*Nguyen, A.V.; Marinez, M.; Stamos, M.J.; Moyer, M.P.; Planutis, K.; Hope, C.; and Holcombe, R.F. (2009). Results of a phase I clinical trial examining the effect of plant-derived resveratrol and
grape powder on Wnt pathway target gene expression in colonic mucosa and colon cancer. Journal of Cancer Management and Research, 1, 25–37.
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