Grape Leaves Benefits

Grapes have lots of health benefits, but did you know that their leaves are also very healthy. Grape leaves contains many nutrients and help fight disease. Here are some benefits of grape leaves.

Antioxidants. Grape leaves contain resveratrol, which is a strong antioxidant that prevents aging, fights disease, and prevents cancer.

Anti-Inflammatory. Grape leaves are anti-inflammatory. Inflammation is the cause of most disease, so grape leaves help to ward off most diseases and improve many conditions such as arthritis.

Chronic Venous Insufficiency. Grape leaves can help those patients suffering with chronic venous insufficiency.

Antifungal. Grape leaves are a natural antifungal.

Grape leaves can also help with the following conditons:

• canker sores
• heavy periods (menstruation)
• diarrhea
• stomach cramps
• fever and headache

Grape leaves contain the following nutrients:

• Vitamins A, B6, C, E, K
• Niacin
• Iron
• Fiber
• Riboflavin
• Copper
• Manganese
• Magnesium
• Folate
• Calcium

Grape leaves are packed with flavor, but also packed with healthy goodness for your body. You should try dolma sometime at your local greek or arabic restaurant.