Benefit of
Grape Seed Extract
Grape Seed Benefits
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Grape seed extract comes from red grapes.
Before its discovery, the best antioxidant source was vitamin C and vitamin E. Now, grape seed proves to be 20 times more potent than vitamin C and 50 times stronger than vitamin E. Grape seed is rich in oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPC).
These antioxidants guard cells against cancer-causing free radicals.
The French Paradox
Their fatty diet and heavy smoking heightens the risk of heart attack and stroke yet the French have very low rates of heart disease. How can this be explained? Scientists found that drinking red wine provides the answer. Like grape seed extract, red wine contains OPCs. In fact, grape seed contains the most OPCs and is named as one of the most powerful antioxidants. This mitigates the effects of the French's fatty diet and smoking.
Health Benefits of
Grape Seed Extract
Unlike many other herbal extracts, grape seed has been studied extensively. Research done by Dr. Jaques Masquelier and the Pasteur & Huntington Institutes has shown that it fights free radicals effectively. Quick list of benefits:
- reduces risk of arthrosclerosis
- makes blood vessels stronger
- reduces risk of macular degeneration and cataracts
- reduces inflammation and swelling
- penetrates the brain-blood barrier to protect the brain
- keeps skin firm and wrinkle-free
NOTE: Only a few antioxidants can cross the brain-blood barrier.
Grape Seed Extract
Dosage and Precautions
There is no known toxicity or side effects. However, since this herb has a strong effect on blood vessels, people who take blood thinning medication should consult their doctor. Pregnant and nursing women should also be cautios
Dosages vary depending on the potency of supplements.
Grape Seed in a Supplement
The standardized extract form provides the strongest benefits. It contains the highest concentration of the active ingredient proanthocyanidins. Grape seed extract should be standardized to contain 92 to 95 % proanthocyanidins; look for this on the label. Grape seed extract is an essential ingredient in any anti-aging supplement. Maintaining cellular health is the key to looking and feeling young. Sure, you can take grape seed extract individually, but you'll miss out on the synergy between nutrients. Every nutrient works better when formulated with other vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and herbs. The body absorbs nurients better this way.
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