A study has found that a compound found in grapes is associated with a 48% decrease in risk of Alzheimer dementia.
Flavonols, which are bioactive plant compounds, were the focus of a study first published in January and featured in an April issue of the Journal Neurology.
“Flavonols are known for promoting beneficial antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities,” according to a news release from the California Table Grape Commission.
Red, green and black grapes and other fruits and vegetables are natural sources of flavonols, which include kaempferol, myricetin and isorhamnetin. Grapes also have quercetin, which are not associated with Alheimer dementia, but has been linked to other health benefits, according to the release.
Grapes have also been linked to brain health according to research results from a clinical study conducted at the University of California-Los Angeles. Research found that grape consumption can help protect against metabolic decline in Alzheimer-related brain areas.
“The new findings linking higher intake of flavonols to a reduced risk of Alzheimer dementia is very exciting and supports the previous positive findings of the beneficial impact grape consumption can have on brain health,” Kathleen Nave, president of the grape commission, said in the release.
Research shows 2 ¼ cups of grapes a day make a positive difference.
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