Kishmish grapes: calorie content, benefits and harm

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Kira Stoletova

Grapes are a perennial shrub that produces tasty fruits. The plant is characterized by the presence of clusters and branching. The fruits are eaten raw and also processed into wine and other products. Kishmish grapes are a type of shrub characterized by the absence of seeds and large berries.

The benefits and harms of Kishmish grapes

Description of popular varieties

Kishmish grapes have a number of popular varieties:

Golden (Radiant). The ripening period of the variety is 120-140 days. It has a bright, pleasant taste and is suitable for use in winemaking. The clusters are large, cone-shaped, 35-45 cm long. The weight of one bunch reaches 1 kg. The fruit looks like this: it has the shape of an ellipse, light red or pink color.
Zaporozhye. An early ripening variety that is characterized by good tolerance to temperature changes. Ripe fruits appear in early August. The weight of the bunches reaches 800 g, but there are also cases of giant formations whose weight exceeds 2 kg.
Far Eastern. Frost-resistant variety. According to the description, it has small clusters weighing 400-600 g. It is preferable to eat it fresh.
Ramminga. A variety similar to the Far Eastern one, which is characterized by the small size of the berries and their dark color.
Novikova. It has small bunches weighing up to 300 g. It is used for processing into wine and juices. It tolerates transportation well due to its elastic berries and elastic peel.

Composition and calorie content

Depending on the variety of raisin grapes, its calorie content ranges from 60 to 100 kcal per 100 g of product. If we translate this into more conventional measures, then a spoonful of berries will contain 3.7 kcal, and a standard glass will contain about 19 kcal. Berries contain 90% water.

Nutritional value of raisin grapes per 100 g:

fats - 0-06 g;
proteins - 2.4 g;
carbohydrates - 66 g;
nutritional fiber - 10 g;
sodium - 115 g.

Based on the data, it is clear that Kishmish grapes have high nutritional value. This is taken into account when creating menus and diets.

Ripe berries contain acid:

apple;
lemon;
amber.

Kishmish grapes have a number of antioxidants:

flavonoid;
quercetin;
essential oils;
chlorophyll;
polyphenol.

Calorie content of apples. Calorie content of different types of apples

Apples perfectly retain their usefulness when dried and after heat treatment. Depending on coloring and preparation, they may have different amounts of calories.

How many calories are in a green, red and yellow apple?

The calorie content of different varieties differs, but not significantly. Thus, green sweet and sour varieties contain no more than 7–8% carbohydrates and 100 g contains 35–45 kcal.

The calorie content in one low-calorie (35 kcal/100 g) green apple will depend on its size:

with a diameter of 5 cm, weight 1 pc. 90 g - 31.5 kcal;
with a diameter of 6.5 cm, weight 1 pc. 130 g - 45.5 kcal;
with a diameter of 7.5 cm, weight 1 pc. 200 g - 70 kcal.

Red, well-ripened sweet fruits have a higher carbohydrate content (11–15%), and 100 g already contains 45–50 kcal.

The calorie content of sweet (50 kcal/100 g) red apple varieties will be:

with a diameter of 5 cm, weight 1 pc. 90 g - 45 kcal;
with a diameter of 6.5 cm, weight 1 pc. 130 g - 65 kcal;
with a diameter of 7.5 cm, weight 1 pc. 200 g - 100 kcal.

In yellow varieties, the calorie content varies depending on their sweetness. 100 g can contain from 40 to 50 kcal.

One medium-sweet apple (45 kcal/100 g) of this color will have the following calorie content:

with a diameter of 5 cm, weight 1 pc. 90 g - 40.5 kcal;
with a diameter of 6.5 cm, weight 1 pc. 130 g - 58.5 kcal;
with a diameter of 7.5 cm, weight of 1 piece 200 g - 90 kcal.

Did you know? There are varieties that accumulate a lot of sugars and gain more calories. For example, the red variety of Fuji apples in 100 g has 63–71 kcal, Red Delicious - 59 kcal, and the green variety Granny Smith and yellow Golden - 58 kcal.

Calorie content of baked apple

When baked, the fruits lose moisture, and the concentration of carbohydrates and other substances increases, which means the calorie content of the resulting product increases. 100 g of baked fruit can contain from 70 to 100 kcal. A green apple that has been peeled and baked in the microwave will have 56 kcal/100 g. Of course, a large baked apple will contain more calories than a small one.

If the baked fruits were stuffed with dried fruits, cottage cheese, rice, sprinkled with sugar or smeared with honey, then their calorie content will be significantly higher. Such an apple stuffed with nuts (hazelnuts, walnuts or cashews) and prunes, sprinkled with sugar and decorated with whipped cream, can be compared in calories to cakes.

We recommend reading about the properties of apples for men.

Vitamin and mineral composition

Grapes have a positive effect on humans

100 grams of grapes contain the following vitamins:

A (RE) - 5.5 mcg;
PP (niacin equivalent) - 0.7 mg;
E (TE) - 0.6 μg;
B1 (thiamine) - 0.16 mg;
B2 (riboflavin) - 0.1 mg.

Mineral composition:

calcium - 78 mg;
magnesium - 40 mg;
iron and trace elements - 2.8 mg;
phosphorus - 130 mg;
potassium - 800 mg.

Use of berries

The beneficial properties of raisin grapes allow it to be used as an additional treatment. Also, its use generally has a positive effect on a person: it has a good BJU indicator. Its glycemic index is 56.

Benefits and healing properties for the body:

improving the functioning of the nervous system;
eliminating stress and sleep problems;
normalization of liver and kidney function;
restoration of pressure during hypotension;
useful in the fight against excess weight;
improvement of metabolism;
improving the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract;
preventing the formation of thrombosis;
improvement of the condition of respiratory tract diseases.

Also, the benefit of raisin grapes is that it helps in removing toxins from the body. The berries have a rejuvenating effect and increase the level of hemoglobin in the blood. Eating sultanas improves overall mood and prevents depression.

Are grapes high in calories?

Where did the rumors about the high calorie content of sultanas come from?

I will try to share useful information that I know about this. The nutritional value of grapes does not depend on color. It can be light or dark, it doesn't matter! However, the variety is of great importance. What's the matter? But the fact is that sweeter berries have a higher calorie content. And sour ones, as you probably guessed, are much smaller. To tell the truth, the difference is small, but it can be quite significant. In general, 100 grams of this product contains approximately 70 calories.

But still, the color of the grapes also matters, but not for the figure, but for the health of the whole organism.

Darker varieties contain more vitamins, antioxidants and other beneficial substances. However, I hasten to warn you that it is better for allergy sufferers to keep their ears open here, because the danger of exacerbations in dark berries is much higher.

What about sultanas? According to my information, which, by the way, has been fully verified by me, raisin grapes are somewhat more nutritious than their relatives and contain 95 calories per 100 grams. What is the reason? But this is understandable. It’s just that these fruits taste surprisingly sweet, and of course, due to the above, they contain a lot of sugar.

This, on the one hand, is an undoubted advantage, but on the other, unfortunately, a disadvantage. And people with diabetes should be careful and not overuse sultanas. How did sultanas appear?

When exactly wild grapes were tamed (so to speak) by man and put into his service, of course, is not known. But in nature, this plant appeared due to natural mutations, and the vines then spread throughout the world thanks to vegetative propagation.

What happened next? And then man carried out centuries-long selection, as a result of which many varieties of cultivated grapes were developed. But this, of course, was preceded by tremendous work. And how many gardeners have experimented with growing grapevines! And you can’t count them!

Harm and contraindications

Eating sultanas is harmful if:

disorders of the gallbladder;
pancreatitis;
stomach ulcer.

The fruits are also contraindicated for patients with diabetes. The reason for this is the large amount of sugars in the berries, which can harm the body. It is contraindicated for everyone to eat too many grapes at a time: this causes severe abdominal pain, diarrhea and flatulence.

You should not eat grapes if you have a stomach ulcer.

Kishmish is contraindicated for adults and children with dental diseases and other problems in the oral cavity. Berries contain large amounts of fruit acids, which destroy tooth enamel and harm gums.

Eating fruits during pregnancy is not prohibited, but excess sugar leads to early obesity in the child, which will cause problems during childbirth. They will benefit from 1 bunch per day.

To ensure that the antihydrins used to treat the bushes do not cause harm to human health, the bunches are thoroughly washed under running water. Dried berries are also coated with low-quality dyes during preparation, so when purchasing, pay attention to their appearance.

Properties of raisin grapes

Grapes of this variety have a very beneficial effect on the health and well-being of a person in general. Kishmish is rich in vitamins and microelements. All this has a positive effect on the human body:

Heart function improves.
Protective functions are strengthened.
The nervous system is strengthened.
The likelihood of caries and gum inflammation is reduced.
Helps the body recover faster after serious illnesses.
Has antitussive properties.
Regulates the functioning of the gallbladder.

Why is it useful?

Grapes are useful both fresh and dried, in the form of raisins. Raisins, in turn, are a unique product. It does not contain as much moisture as fresh berries. But the useful components are fully preserved. It turns out that raisins are a concentrate of vitamins and beneficial components.

A small handful of grapes will be enough: after eating these dried berries, a person will immediately feel cheerful, full in the stomach, and an influx of strength and energy.

For women

Doctors strongly recommend the mandatory inclusion of these wine berries in a woman’s diet. For the simple reason that women are more prone to emotional swings, depression and stress than men. Eating sultanas or raisins from this grape variety will have a beneficial effect on the functioning of the nervous system as a whole, and will also help get rid of insomnia and other sleep disorders.

Vitamin B, magnesium and potassium will strengthen the heart, improve blood circulation and lower blood pressure. Therefore, raisin is perfect for women suffering from high blood pressure and heart problems.

For men

First of all, raisin is recommended for men suffering from heart disease. Also, grapes, thanks to their components, have a beneficial effect on a man’s well-being, especially on a disease such as metabolic syndrome.

Indian scientists claim that thanks to a substance such as lycopene, which is found in grapes, male infertility can be cured.

Harm

Overeating grapes will not do any good. In this case, flatulence, diarrhea or abdominal pain may occur.

Contraindication

People suffering from obesity or diabetes are advised to exclude sultanas from their diet due to their high calorie and sugar content.
People with pancreatitis and stomach ulcers should take grapes with caution.

Kishmish in cooking

The calorie content of berries allows you to eat them in large quantities. Ripe raisin grapes are pleasant to eat raw. The reason for this is the elastic flesh and the absence of a seed. To wash off dirt from freshly picked bunches, it is better to soak them in a container of cool water for an hour.

The berries are also consumed dried or dried. To do this, they are subjected to temperature treatment, the description of which is similar to the method for preparing raisins, but does not take much time. The grapes are heated in the oven or cooked in a steam bath.

There is also a way to prepare pickled sultanas. These berries acquire a spicy flavor and become a little tart. For this purpose, take a large variety.

Grapes are used as a decoration for cakes, and they are also added to fruit salads and desserts. Juices and compotes are made from grapes, as well as jelly and homemade wine, which has a beautiful color.

Kishmish is also suitable for processing into jam or jam. For this, varieties with soft pulp and thin skin are used so that the product is without bitterness. Kishmish grapes increase the energy value of fermented milk products such as yogurt, cheese or cottage cheese.

Cooking raisins

One popular way to consume berries is as raisins. It has good nutritional value and minimal calories. Before preparing raisins from sultanas, prepare them:

spoiled grapes are removed from the bunches;
washed and dipped in boiling soda solution for 5 seconds;
rinse in running water.

There are 2 ways to dry sultanas for raisins. For the first, light is used. The grapes are laid out in a thin layer on a wire rack and placed outside in the shade, where they dry for 3 weeks. They can also be dried under direct rays, but not longer than 15 days.

While drying, the grapes are mixed and turned over every 2-4 days. Ready raisins are determined by the shine on the surface of the berries, which become very elastic.

Raisins are also obtained through heat treatment. To do this, place the fruits on a wire rack and place it in the oven. The temperature should be minimal and the door should be open. Under such conditions, the grapes are dried for 2 hours and then taken outside, where they reach condition within 5 hours. The procedure is repeated for 5 days. Thermally produced raisins are darker and slightly caramelized.

How to choose the right raisin grapes

Of course, there is no clear rule for choosing a good branch of grapes. When choosing, you need to focus on the appearance of the bunch and your opinion.

First you need to shake off the bunch of grapes. If only a couple of berries fly out when shaking, then the grapes are ripe enough and can be eaten without fear. On the contrary, if a large number of berries fall out when shaking, this indicates that these grapes have been stored for quite a long time.

Important! It should be remembered that sultanas are treated with chemicals to extend their shelf life. Therefore, before enjoying the sweet taste of wine berries, it is necessary to thoroughly rinse the bunches under running water.

It is also worth paying attention to the quality of the berries themselves. You need to choose sultanas in full clusters, not in bulk. The berries should be elastic, without dents or other damage to the skin.