Monday, July 19, 2010

Grape Seed Extract



Grapeseed Extract

Contains a type of flavonoid known as oligomers of proanthocyanidins, or OPCs known for its powerful anti-oxidant benefits.

They inhibit the mutation of DNA caused by free radicals – one of the environmental mutagens OPCs help restore damaged collagen and elastin and protect them against further damage. Thus its useful to keep the skin healthy

Grapeseed Extract also helps enhance the immune system and promotes general well being.

Grape Seed Extract is an extraordinarily safe and effective nutritional supplement.

Grape Seed Extract is prescribed by doctors in several European countries for the prevention and treatment of a variety of health problems including cardiovascular disease, varicose veins, water retention, collagen damage and arthritis. Because it is used pharmaceutically, it has undergone a tremendous amount of testing.

Grape Seed Extract provides cardiovascular protection by preventing oxidation of lipoproteins (LDL), making them less likely to stick to blood-vessel walls. It also makes the linings of the arteries more resistant to damage and helps control excessive clotting.

GSE strengthens the capillaries ensuring a good supply of oxygen and nutrients to the brain and throughout the body. It also affects enzymes that influence blood-fluid balances and therefore may be helpful in lowering blood pressure.


Grape Seed Extract Benefits

Grape seed extract is one of the most powerful antioxidants that fights free radicals

Grape seed extract is 20 times more potent than Vitamin C and 50 times stronger than Vitamin E

Grape seed extract helps improve cardiovascular health

It also helps promote brain, skin and eye health

Grape seed extract is also anti-bacterial, anti-viral, and anti-inflammatory

Grape seed extract is one of the few antioxidants that can penetrate the blood brain barrier to help protect the brain and nerve tissue

Some studies have also shown grape seed extract to prevent the formation of plaque in the arteries

It can also improve mental alertness and help prevent senility

Recently, researchers discovered that Grape Seed Extract can help to stimulate healthy hair growth by defeating the hormone dihydrotestosterone (DHT) that stops the hair follicle growth cycle.