Nutrients In Frozen Grapes

Frozen grapes are a source of vitamins, minerals and beneficial phytochemicals, just like fresh grapes. The USDA recommends adult men and women consume 1 1/2 to 2 cups of fruit daily, and grapes can be an important contributor to your daily fruit intake. Specific nutrients in grapes act as antioxidants, ensure your blood clots properly and are help you derive energy from food. Serve grapes as a healthy snack or for dessert.

Basic Nutrition Information

One-half cup of frozen grapes provides 52 calories, 0.5 gram protein, 0.1 gram of fat, 13.7 grams of carbohydrate and 0.7 grams of fiber, according to the USDA Food and Nutrient Database. Grapes are relatively low in calories, but provide vitamins and minerals that you need to keep your body healthy.

Copper

Copper is a mineral with a variety of functions in your body. It helps you derive energy from the food you eat and is involved in the synthesis of neurotransmitters. In addition, copper acts as an antioxidant as part of the enzyme superoxide dismutase. One-half cup of frozen grapes provides 96 micrograms of copper, while the daily requirement for adults is 900 micrograms. Thus one-half cup of grapes provides more than 10 percent your daily requirement for copper.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant and is also vital for the production of the collagen that makes up your bones, ligaments, tendons and skin. In addition, higher dietary intakes of vitamin C may help to prevent cardiovascular disease and certain types of cancer, according to the Linus Pauling Institute. One-half cup of grapes provides 8.2 milligrams of vitamin C. The daily requirement for vitamin C is 90 milligrams for men and 75 milligrams for women. Men who smoke require 125 milligrams of vitamin C daily, and women who smoke need 110 milligrams. Smokers require additional vitamin C due to the oxidative damage caused by cigarette smoke.

Lutein and Zeaxanthin

Lutein and zeaxanthin are phytochemicals found in certain fruits and vegetables that may help to protect your vision by preventing the progression of macular degeneration. One-half cup of grapes provides 54 micrograms of combined lutein and zeaxanthin, according to the USDA Food and Nutrient Database. There is no daily requirement for lutein and zeaxanthin, as they are not essential nutrients.

Vitamin K

One-half cup of grapes provides 11 micrograms of vitamin K, while the daily requirement for adults is 120 micrograms for men and 90 micrograms for women. Vitamin K is essential for blood clotting and may also play a role in bone health.