Health Benefits of Grapes (Diabetes, Hormones, Antioxidants and more)

A natural compound found in the skin of grapes may help correct a hormone imbalance in women. According to a new study, the compound resveratrol, can restore estrogen levels. Authors of the studied added that their findings will help to improve treatments for women with polycystic ovary syndrome. An estimated 5 to 6 million women live with the disease in the US alone. Part of a group of compounds called polyphenols, resveratrol acts like an antioxidant. In addition to addressing hormonal imbalances, scientists note resveratrol can help treat diabetes by preventing insulin resistance.