French researchers have found that the antioxidants in purple grape juice and apple juice may help protect against the clogged artery condition atherosclerosis. Hamsters that were given either the fruit juice or the fruits themselves in a recent study had lower cholesterol levels, less cellular stress, and less fat buildup in their aorta than hamsters who were given only water. Investigators found that purple grape juice had the strongest effect, followed by purple grapes, apple juice, and...
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