A new scientific paper published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry acknowledges that grapes have been overlooked as the superfood they are in favor of fellow fruits like berries. In fact, grapes have more than 1,600 different health-giving compounds, including antioxidants, polyphenols, anthocyanins, catechins, and resveratrol.

According to Women’s Health, these compounds enhance cardiovascular health and support brain function. They also benefit the skin and gut and eye health. Grapes contain 82% water, which helps hydrate the body, an essential boost in hot weather. They also contain vitamin C and potassium, which enhance the skin and regulate blood pressure. Registered dietitian Jessica Cording noted that grapes are rich in antioxidants that boost the immune system and may prevent certain cancers.

“Resveratrol is the most well-known antioxidant found in grapes, and it has been noted with anti-inflammatory benefits,” she said.

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