A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW, OF THE PHARMACOLOGICAL POTENTIAL OF VITIS VINIFERA (GRAPES): EXPLORING THE THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES

Mankind has known the grape, Vitis vinifera, since ancient times. It is a common fruit with high nutritional content. This well-known grape species originated in western Asia and Southern Europe and are members of the Vitis genus within the Vitaceae family. Although grapes are mostly used to make wine, juice, dried fruit, and fresh fruit, they are also used to treat a variety of illnesses, including piles, hepatopathy, chronic bronchitis, iron deficiency anemia, and dyspepsia, because of their medicinal qualities. Grapes, or Vitis vinifera, are phenolic-rich fruits that are high in nutrients, minerals, and edible fibers. They also have a variety of biological activities that promote health. One of the most popular fruits in the world is Vitis vinifera, which is high in polyphenols and antioxidants. The Vitis vinifera grape is utilized in herbal medicine, its seeds and leaves are used as dietary supplements. This review covers the phytochemistry, pharmacological properties, medicinal applications, and traditional usage of Vitis vinifera (grapes) and their active ingredient.