Family Farmer Owned. Concord Grape Health and Nutrition

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1 Family Farmer Owned Concord Grape Health and Nutrition

2 Family-Farmer Owned Welch's: A Family-Farmer Owned Company Bursting with Pride! Everyone knows Welch s, but we re probably not who you think we are. We re not a big corporation, but a coop of about 1,000 family farmers. At Welch's heart you will find Welch's committed family-farmer owners and the distinctive Concord and Niagara grapes that we grow in vineyards across North America. Many of Welch's family-farmer owners have been working land that's been in their families for generations. We have tremendous passion for our work, which means the highest quality products for families. Family Farmer Owned 2

3 The Anatomy & Chemistry of Grapes Kennedy, JA. Understanding grape berry development. Practical Winery and Vineyard Journal. July/August, Family Farmer Owned 3

4 Polyphenols Concentrated in Grape Skins & Seeds Flavan-3-ols (Colorless) Anthocyanins (Color) R 1 OH R 1 OH HO O + R 2 HO O OH OH OH R 2 e.g. Epicatechin Distribution of Polyphenols in Grape Berries Skin (21.6%) OH e.g. Cyanidin, Malvidin, Delphinidin Flavonols (Colorless) R 1 OH HO O R 2 Seed (77.3%) Pulp (1.1%) OH OH O e.g. Quercetin, Kaempherol e.g. Procyanidin Ivanova et al. J. Serb. Chem. Soc. 75(1) (2010) Family Farmer Owned 4

5 total polyphenolics mg GAE/mL Polyphenols Many of the polyphenols in Concord grapes are the same as those found in red wine Total polyphenolic averages for 100% juices Studies show Concord Grape juice: has a greater polyphenol concentration than many other juices contains a larger number of different types of polyphenols than many other juices Polyphenols in Concord Grape Juice mg/l as gallic acid 16 Brix Seeram NP et al. Mullen W et al. J. Agric. Food Chem : Seeram NP et al. J. Agric. Food Chem : Family Farmer Owned 5

6 Biomedical Research

7 Role of Scientific Research Promote the goodness of the Concord grape Continue to build upon our base of cardiovascular research Substantiate expanded nutrition benefit statements, i.e. healthy circulation Fuel dialogue within the media and nutrition community Defend the role of 100% grape juice in a healthy diet Further differentiate grape juice from juice from criticized sugary drinks Family Farmer Owned 7

8 Concord Grapes & Heart Health Concord grapes may be one ingredient for maintaining a healthy cardiovascular system Nearly 20 years of research indicate Concord grapes may: Help support flexible arteries to promote healthy circulation Have an anti-clotting effect similar to red wine Play a role in healthy blood pressure in certain populations grapescience.com Family Farmer Owned 8

9 New Healthy Circulation Study New research shows that drinking Concord grape juice daily helps support healthy circulation Circulation was improved when healthy, overweight adults drank 12 oz (~350 ml) of Concord grape juice (CGJ) every day for 4 weeks vs. when they drank a grape-flavored, sugarcontaining drink Drinking CGJ every day for 4 weeks resulted in no significant change in weight. Dorsey, P.G. et al. Presented at 55th Annual Conference of the American College of Nutrition. San Antonio, Texas. Oct 15-18, Family Farmer Owned 9

10 Recent Studies Concord & Cardiovascular Health Concord Grape Juice found to be one of the highest ranking juices for positive benefit on blood vessel health Laboratory model for blood vessel relaxation tested with 51 juices Quantity and type of polyphenol matters Review shows the cardioprotective benefits of grapes, including Concord grape Juice Grape findings more robust than other berries Well established benefits of grape on: platelet aggregation, LDL oxidation, oxidative stress and endothelial function Emerging benefits of grape on: blood lipids, inflammation and potentially blood pressure (BP) in individuals with high BP Auger C et al. J Med Food (1): Wightman JD and Heuberger RA. J Sci Food Agric e-pub. Family Farmer Owned 10

11 Concord Grapes & Cognitive Health The research in this area is preliminary, yet emerging science suggests that Concord grapes may promote cognitive health A pilot study of 12 older adults with early memory impairment found that daily Concord grape juice consumption resulted in improved verbal learning and memory measures. Potential mechanism: Polyphenols in Concord grapes help promote healthy blood flow to the brain. Kirkorian et al. (2010) British J. Nutr. 103(5): Family Farmer Owned 11

12 Concord Grapes & Cognitive Health Daily consumption of Concord grape juice can benefit cognitive function in older adults with mild memory loss. Concord grape juice improved memory function compared to placebo fmri showed in the Concord grape juice drinkers increased blood flow in two regions of the brain involved in working memory, compared to placebo Encouraging, BUT, more clinical research is needed Krikorian et al., (2012) J. Agric Food Chem. 60(23): Family Farmer Owned 12

13 Review Polyphenols & Cognition 1 st review examining the effect of all polyphenol groups on cognitive function Key takeaways Polyphenol consumption has potential to benefit cognition Consumption of berry juice, cocoa and polyphenol supplements, like resveratrol, may be associated with a benefit in immediate spatial memory Berry fruit juice consumption may have a particular benefit on immediate verbal memory Polyphenol type may have a bearing on specific cognitive benefit More clinical research is needed Lamport DJ et al. Nutrition and Aging :5. Family Farmer Owned 13

14 Concord Grapes & Weight Management Daily consumption of Concord grape juice can have no significant impact on body weight Study suggests that drinking 100% Concord grape juice (~ 475 ml) is not associated with significant weight gain and may reduce waist circumference. People who drank Concord grape juice daily compensated for the energy in the grape juice by ingesting less energy from other foods and drinks. Those who drank the Concord grape juice did not show a significant change in appetite, while those who drank the grape flavored placebo drink showed a significant decline in self-reported fullness. Hollis J.H et al. J Am Coll Nutr (5): Family Farmer Owned 14

15 Health & Nutrition (H&N) Communications: Sharing the Power of the Concord grape at the Heart of Welch s

16 Communicating Welch s Grape Story Facebook Public Relations Welchs.com Twitter E-newsletters Pinterest Welch s Blog Partnerships Grapescience.com Expert Outreach Family Farmer Owned 16

17 Educating on Concord Grape Benefits Online Welchs.com reaching consumers and nutrition experts with information on the power of Concord grapes, the benefits of 100% juice and hearthealthy tips, recipes and educational tools. Grapescience.com arming health professionals and nutrition experts with the scientific research behind the benefits of Concord grapes and 100% grape juice. Family Farmer Owned 17

18 Reinforcing the Relevance of Concord Grape Research & Resources Educational Tools Heart-Healthy Recipes & Tips Family Farmer Owned 18

19 Partnering with Credible H&N Experts Family Farmer Owned 19

20 Concord Grape Juice Messaging Is a convenient, delicious and nutritious way to add more fruit into a healthy diet. Starts with whole Concord grapes skin, seeds and all and contains no added sugar, color, or flavor. Provides essential vitamins, minerals and beneficial plant nutrients (polyphenols) to promote health. Concord grapes are purple berries that deliver specific polyphenols not found in many other colors of fruit. Many of the polyphenols in the Concord grape are the same as those found in red wine. Nearly 20 years worth of research says that Concord grape juice can help support a healthy heart. A new study suggests that Concord grape juice supports heart health by promoting healthy circulation. Family Farmer Owned 20

21 Resources for More Information Key Links: Grapescience.com & Welchs.com Materials & Tools: Heart Health Infographic Recipes 100% Juice & Health New Research News Grape Research Overview Power of Grape Webinar Welch s Health & Nutrition Contact: Casey Lewis, MS, RD: clewis@welchs.com Family Farmer Owned 21