Do grapes lower platelets? The science behind grapes and blood clotting
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According to a study published in the *Journal of Nutrition*, drinking purple grape juice significantly reduced platelet aggregation in healthy human subjects. This anti-clotting effect is widely reported, but it is a common misconception that this means **do grapes lower platelets** in their total count. The key distinction lies between inhibiting platelet function and reducing their production.