What are some fun facts about grapes?

Question

need it for a heath and wellness class.

true informational facts

Answer 1

cut 1 in halve leaving a small piece of skin connecting the 2 halves together & put in microwave oven for 30 seconds & watch it is very entertaing

Answer 2

this is not fun its true
Grape seed extract
The seeds in grapes are known to contain procyanidolic oligomers, also known as PCOs. Researchers have concluded that PCOs strengthen blood vessels, and improve blood circulation. Grape seed extract may help slow aging, prevent heart disease, deter cancer, lessen allergy symptoms, and eye strain, and fight certain skin diseases. In recent studies grape extract has also been shown to lessen cellulite, and lower cholesterol and blood pressure levels. The use of grape seed extract is available in forms such as: liquid, tablet, and capsule. Grape seed extract has not yet been shown to have any negative effects on consumers.
Comparing diets among western countries, researchers have discovered that although the French tend to eat higher levels of animal fat, surprisingly the incidence of heart disease remains low in France.[1] This phenomenon has been named the French Paradox. Many scientists now believe the reason is the greater consumption of red wine in France. Something in the grape helps to lower cholesterol levels in the body and thus slows the build up of deposits in the arteries. Compounds such as resveratrol (a polyphenol antioxidant) have been discovered in grapes and these have been positively linked to fighting cancer, heart disease, degenerative nerve disease and other ailments. Doctors do not recommend excessive consumption of red wine, but three or four glasses a week is beneficial and encouraged

Seedlessness in Grapes
Seedlessness is a highly desirable trait in table grape selection, and seedless cultivars now make up the overwhelming majority of table grape plantings. Because grapevines are vegetatively propagated by cuttings, the lack of seeds does not present a problem for reproduction. It is, however, an issue for breeders, who must either use a seeded variety as the female parent or rescue embryos early in development using tissue culture techniques.

Answer 3

Grapes and raisins can be toxic to canines if eaten in large amounts.

Answer 4

When the are peeled, they feel like eyeballs!

Answer 5

They are divine to eat when frozen!

Answer 6

Here are somethings I found:
http://www.dole5aday.com/FoodService/pdfs/FACTSHEET_Grapes.pdf
http://www.foodreference.com/html/artgrapes.html
http://www.foodreference.com/html/fgrapes.html

Answer 7

when dried they are called rasins...