Science Behind Welch's

For well over a century people have been drinking in the health benefits of Welch's juice, but it's only been in the last decade or so that specific scientific learnings have demonstrated the true goodness of Welch's. Click a link below to learn more about the science behind Welch's.

• The Science of Welch's 100% Grape Juice made from Concord grapes
• The Science of Welch's 100% White Grape Juice made with juice from Niagara grapes
• Polyphenol Antioxidants
• Welch's Research History

 The Science of Welch’s 100% Grape Juice made from Concord grapes

Welch's 100% Grape Juice made from Concord grapes helps promote a healthy heart and arteries and maintain a healthy immune system. What's more, Welch's 100% Grape Juice is a great complement to whole fruits and vegetables and is a delicious and convenient way to incorporate more purple fruit into the diet.

• Click here for a Health Professional Executive Summary on Welch's 100% Grape Juice (PDF)
  
• For a summary of research on Concord grape juice, download Concord Grape Juice Research Update (PDF)
  
• Click for a list of key research references (PDF)

 The Science of Welch's 100% White Grape Juice made with juice from Niagara grapes

Made with juice from the entire Niagara grape, Welch's 100% White Grape Juice contains twice as much antioxidant power as apple juice, and it even contains more than other white grape juices.¹

• Click here for a Health Professional Executive Summary (PDF) on Welch's 100% Grape Juice

 Polyphenol Antioxidants

Polyphenols are a particular sub-group of phytonutrients found in such foods as onions, apples, tea, red wine, grapes, grape juice, blueberries, cranberries, and certain nuts. They naturally protect the plant against pathogens, parasites and predators, and they often contribute to the flavor and color of fruits and vegetables. Polyphenols are found within the skins and seeds of Concord grapes.

• View an Antioxidant Comparison Chart (PDF) showing antioxidant capacity of various beverages.

 Welch’s Research History

Welch's research program commenced in the early 1990's with a focus on supporting independent research on 100% white grape juice made with juice from Niagara grapes. Shortly thereafter, Welch's started supporting research surrounding Concord grape juice with a focus on cardiovascular health. The revelation of the French Paradox resulted in initial research showing that Concord grape juice could provide many of the same heart health benefits as red wine. These benefits are purported to be the result of the similar phytonutrients found within the grapes used to make red wine and the Concord grape.

Over a decade’s worth of research suggests that Concord grape juice can help promote a healthy heart and flexible arteries, which contributes to healthy arterial function, circulation and blood pressure. Welch’s has further expanded its scientific research program unearthing a plethora of potential health benefits beyond cardiovascular

References

1. Independent ORAC laboratory testing by Brunswick Laboratories. Based on averages. Welch's 100% White Grape Juice values apply to 10, 24, 46, 64, and 96 ounce bottled products.