Grapes

Grapes are bulb-shaped fruits. They can be eaten fresh, dried to make raisins, or crushed to make grape juice or wine. There are more than 8,000 varieties of grape. Grapes grow in wooded and warm regions of the world.

The nutrients in grapes may help protect against cancer, eye problems, cardiovascular disease, and other health conditions. Resveratrol is a key nutrient in grapes that may offer health benefits. Grapes are a good source of fiber, potassium, and a range of vitamins and other minerals.

Grapes contain many minerals necessary for bone health — including potassium, manganese, and vitamins B, C, and K, which help prevent osteoporosis, a condition that leads to fragile bones ( 1 , 43 ). Additionally, animal and human studies demonstrate that resveratrol may improve bone density ( 44 , 45 , 46 ).