Stomach Virus Preventative?

[leo905]

Last night I ran across an article on a blog. This person had fears when it came to becoming sick. She said that drinking 100% grape juice prevented a stomach virus from taking over. She drinks a cup a day but during the times when the virus is running rampant, she drinks a cup 3 times a day. She also said once you have contracted the virus, it is too late for grape juice to help. Has anyone ever heard of this? I think this is something I might start doing in the fall and winter.
What do you think?

[gumdropper1]

I have never seen any proof of the claim. We have discussed the grape juice cure on IES before. I don't suppose it would hurt anything to do it. Except if it doesn't work, you might puke purple.

[cinque]

I don't think there's any scientific evidence to back this up. I quite like purple grape juice, and it does have some health benefits, I think (it contains anthocyanins, like red wine does, I think?). It is very, very sweet though so I don't think a permanent habit of three cups a day would be very healthy! I think it may also upset your stomach to drink that much. Good hand hygiene is the best preventative measure, as well as a healthy diet (which could include grape juice if you like it!). xxx

[fixxxer2012]

Nothing can prevent it but hand washing and bleach. Probiotics and cranberry juice are rumored to help but i wouldnt soley rely on that.

[leo905]

Thanks you all of your feedback. After reading all the posts, I don't think I will be drinking 3 glasses of grape juice per day. In fact, I rarely drink it. I've made it so far without it.
Handwashing and bleach are things I will stick with!