Grapes are one of the most ancient cultivated plants. His cultivation began to be practiced in Syria, Mesopotamia, Egypt in the 5th-6th centuries BC. And not in vain, there are few other berries in nature that could compete with grapes to taste and nutritional properties. It is the source of essential amino acids for humans that participate in such vital processes as the synthesis of the proteins of the skin, some hormones, regulation of fat metabolism, and they give the grape berries that pleasant sour taste, refreshing in the summer heat.
However, because of the high content of sugars, glucose and fructose, grape has a fairly high caloric value: from 40 to 95 calories (depends on the variety).
Caloric content of green grapes
There is an opinion that green grapes are less caloric than red. Let's find out how many calories in green grapes. Green or white grapes are divided into dining and technical varieties. The latter are used for wine production, and are usually less sweet and, correspondingly, less caloric. These are such grape varieties as:
- Aligote;
- Muscat;
- Albarinje;
- Riesling.
Their calorie content ranges from 43 to 65 calories. Table grapes are more sweet, and their calorie content is from about 60 ("lady's finger") to 95 calories (kishmish).
Caloric content of red grapes
Red grapes, contains more antioxidants, compared to their green "fellow". This makes it indispensable for the prevention of cardiovascular diseases, for the treatment and prevention of respiratory diseases, as well as for strengthening immunity. At the same time, the calorie content of red grapes is within 60-70 calories, which is not much higher than the caloric value
Grapes during a diet
Grapes contain quite a lot of carbohydrates - glucose and fructose, which are quickly absorbed by the body. Therefore, grapes during the diet can be, but it is worth limiting its amount. And if you decide to pamper yourself with this berry, then other "useful" sweets, such as marshmallows and marmalade, it is better to exclude from your menu this day. Also, the use of grapes should be limited or completely excluded people suffering from stomach ulcers, diabetes, severe forms of tuberculosis, with general obesity and chronic diarrhea.