traction noun [ U ] (HOLDING) âº the ability of a wheel or tire to hold the ground without sliding: I reduce the air pressure in all four tires during winter for better traction on slick, icy roads. traction noun [ U ] (PULLING) âº the pulling of a heavy load over a surface, or the power used to do this.
33. Common foods such as asparagus, corn (and cornsilk tea), grapes, cucumber, and watermelon may be used freely. Parsley, celery, black tea and coffee may be used more sparingly in order to reduce water retention. Also, it is suggested that those with a tendency toward water retention limit salt intake.
Grapes continue to ripen after they have been harvested. Refrigerating them slows the ripening process down. Fresh grapes have a green stem, while older grapes have dried out and brown stems. Grapes can also be frozen to extend their shelf life. One cup of grapes has 104 calories. They contain high levels of vitamin C and vitamin K. They are low in saturated fat, sodium and cholesterol. Grapes are primarily composed of carbohydrates and have high levels of sugar.