"Grape Seed Extract Is A Powerful Antioxidant"
Interestingly, France consumed as much dietary fat as the other countries, but had a relatively low occurrence of death from heart disease. As a result, upon examination of their dietary habits, researchers discovered that it was not what they ate, but what they drank. In France, men and women, even children, consume a glass of wine with every meal. And, as we all know, wine is made from Grapes. [Top] To begin with, Grape seed extract is exactly what it sounds like - an extract taken from the seeds of Grapes. The seeds are typically taken from red Grapes, which have a high amount of compounds known as oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPCs). Google News reports scientists have discovered that a compound in Grape seed inhibits formation of areas of plaque that contribute to cognitive decline in Alzheimer's disease. [Top]  These OPCs are the ingredients in Grapes which give them their healthy qualities. OPCs are a group of plant chemicals commonly found in chocolate, almonds, apples, blueberries, peanuts, and pine bark and, of course, Grapes.Basically, their primary function is as an antioxidant, scavenging free radicals throughout your body. They also have anti-inflammatory, and anti-atherogenic qualities. That last term refers to Grape seed's ability to provide your body protection from developing atherosclerosis. In fact, regarding its antioxidant potential, laboratory research has confirmed it's a more powerful antioxidant than either vitamins C or E. However, it's most effective when used in conjunction with other antioxidants [Top] Next, it neutralizes xanthine oxidase, a major contributor to free radicals, plus the hydroxyl free radical. It also prevents the oxidation of cholesterol and fats. Equally important, it reduces your risk of Strokes by limiting plaque buildup in your arteries. It also increases blood flow, especially to the extremities. Furthermore, these antioxidants are absorbed very quickly, as one study found increased antioxidant levels in the blood after participants took it only five days. [Top] One of the components of OPCs is called reservatrol. DrugDigest says this about reservatrol: ”In laboratory and animal studies, resveratrol from grape seeds has interfered with cancer cell growth and division, as well as causing some cancer cells to disintegrate faster than they would ordinarily.” Moreover, it inhibits the growth of Colorectal tumors in laboratory mice. In one study, after eight weeks, tumor volume of the treated mice had reduced by 44 percent. [Top] There are several other conditions it may prove beneficial for, including:
[Top] Dosages will vary but typically range from 100 to 300 mg. daily. You may use this as a guideline, 1 mg. for each pound of body weight. There are no known drug interactions associated with it. In conclusion, Grape seed is a very powerful supplement. It's so powerful that one of the key ingredients in it, the OPCs, are used as one of the main components of a drug manufactured in western Europe that's used to treat blood vessel disorders. As antioxidants go, you'll not find one more potent. Subscribe to the Home Remedies Blog by clicking on this link:
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However, France was one exception.
Grape seed extract performs numerous healthy roles in the body. First, as mentioned above, it functions as an antioxidant, providing protection to your heart by preventing damage to blood vessels which may contribute to heart disease.
