If you weigh 150 lbs. and it takes you 30 minutes to swim one mile (1,760 yards or 1,609 meters), then you will be using about 900 calories in one hour. However, many swimmers do not swim that quickly, and many cannot swim for that distance or duration, so swimming to lose weight is not always the best plan.
Grape Juice. Some men may use grape juice in hopes of reducing the risk of prostate problems. Grape juice often is made from whole grapes, including the skin and seeds. The juice contains a phytochemical called resveratrol. Resveratrol has been studied for its effect on prostate health.
All of the following cardio benefits have been demonstrated in research studies on grapes and grape components: 1  better blood pressure regulation, including blood pressure reduction if high. 2  better total cholesterol regulation, including total cholesterol reduction if high. 3  reduced LDL cholesterol levels. 4  reduced LDL oxidation.