Grape Extracts May Be Effective Against Harmful Gut Bacteria

ScienceDaily (4 Mar 2009) — In a new study researchers from Clemson University found various grape extracts and their compounds to be effective at inhibiting Helicobacter pylori, see one of the leading causes of gastritis in humans.

H. pylori is the bacterial agent most commonly associated with peptic ulcers, search gastritis, mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue lymphoma, and gastric cancer. Antibiotic therapy has proven effective at providing initial relief, however resistance can develop over time and relapse can occur. Previous studies have examined other natural plant extracts with anti-H. pylori activity such as garlic, broccoli, cranberries and green tea, however, grapes have yet to be evaluated despite being well known for their high levels of antioxidants and polyphenols.

Burgundy Wine Has Long History In France:
Remains Of Gallo-Roman Vineyard Discovered In Gevrey-Chambertin

ScienceDaily (10 March 2009) — Gevrey-Chambertin, buy 12 km from Dijon, is famous throughout the world for its Burgundy wines.  It is now possible to conclude that winegrowing in this region goes back to the Gallo-Roman era, as testified by the findings of excavations by the Institut National de Recherches Archéologiques Préventives (INRAP), at the spot known as "Au dessus de Bergis".