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According to Medical News Today, 1 cup of green grapes, or about 32 grapes, contains 104 calories, 1.09 grams of protein, 0.24 grams of fat and 1.4 grams of fiber. It also contains 4.8 milligrams of vitamin C, 10 micrograms of vitamin A, 288 milligrams of potassium, 0.54 milligrams of iron and 3 mic


There are approximately 100 calories in a single cup of red grapes. There are also about 1.4 grams of fiber per portion, which aids in regulating blood sugar.


Grapes contain antioxidants, such as lutein; flavonoids, such as myricetin; vitamins A and C; folate; potassium; iron; fiber and other nutrients that make them good for health. The antioxidants and flavonoids eliminate harmful free radicals from the body, while vitamins and minerals bolster body fun


Grapes most likely originated near the Caspian Sea, though no one knows for sure. They are an old plant, as certain species from the wild have been found at archaeological sites that have been dated back 130 million years.


The grape is one of the top 10 favorite fruits in the world along with mangoes and bananas, according to Top Food Facts. There are more than 8,000 varieties of grapes worldwide. These small fruits are available in purple, white, black, blue, green and golden.


Different types of grapes include pinot noir, muscadine, Thompson, sauvignon blanc and champagne grapes. Other types of grapes are chardonnay, catawba, concord and merlot. Many of these grapes are used in wines, either singly or blended, and they are also eaten raw.


Grapes are a healthy food because they contain 1.36 grams of fiber and only 104.2 calories per 1-cup serving. They also contain calcium, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, vitamin A and vitamin K.


Grapes originated around 6000 B.C. in what is known today as northern Iran between the Black and Caspian Seas. By 3000 B.C., grapes had reached Egypt and Phoenicia.


Dogs should not eat grapes because grapes and raisins have been linked to canine kidney failure. Not all dogs develop kidney failure after eating grapes, but there is no way to tell which dogs are affected.