Grapes like any other fruit are full of minerals and vitamins. They grow in bunches that look like pyramids. They grow in two main colors, green and black or purple, that make them all the more appealing. Grapes are also easy to pack fruit for the kid’s lunch, and an even better after school snack. They are also available in beautiful colors that appeal to the children.
Grapes are classified as berries and are produced in the form of climbing vines that are as long as 15-20 meters. There are more than 8000 varieties of grape, and they are available in 60 species. They are available in a variety of colors like red, yellow, white, purple, green, black, pink, etc. Not only are they fun to eat, but you can add them to a fruit salad, a sandwich or other food.
Benefits of Grapes for Kids:
- Grapes have high water content and help hydrate your kid. They also help regularize his bowel movement.
- Another amazing thing about grapes is that they are anti-inflammatory, and hence they alleviate the symptoms of allergy like watery eyes and running nose. As long your kid eats a balanced diet, it isn’t necessary to monitor his calorie count. Grapes add a decent amount of calories to the diet and are full of vitamins, Potassium, and Calcium.
- Vitamin C:
Vitamin C is a critical nutrient for your kid and important to contribute towards the growth of tissues.
- Potassium:
Sodium works with Potassium to control the body’s water balance, which in turn helps in maintaining a healthy blood pressure. It also reduces the risk of kidney stones.
- Calcium:
Apart from Potassium and Vitamin C, the wonder fruit is an excellent source of calcium. Calcium is required for the kid’s tooth and bone growth.
