Age-Proof Your Heart, Skin and Cells with this Secret Compound

The Secret Grape Compound that Makes Your Body Age-Proof (and it’s NOT Resveratrol)

Chances are you’ve heard about the health benefits of red wine, which is rich in a polyphenol called resveratrol. But did you know that there’s another part of the grape plant that also delivers some remarkable health benefits? So, let’s talk about the grape seed extract benefits.

This tiny dynamo has been shown to improve immunity, promote artery health, support your blood pressure and help your skin look younger, too.

50x More Powerful than Vitamin C

Grape seed extract is packed with flavonoids known as oligomeric proanthocyanidin complexes (OPC). OPCs are among the most potent antioxidants on the planet. Lab analysis shows that OPC’s have 20x more antioxidant power than vitamin E and 50x times more than vitamin C. 

As a result, OPCs in grape seed can help shield the body from age-robbing free radical damage and oxidative stress, and can help you enjoy a longer, healthier life.

Natural Anti-Microbial and Immune-Booster are Two Great Grape Seed Extract Benefits

Not only do the OPCs inside grape seed extract kill off free radicals with the efficiency of a Delta Task Force, but are also anti-allergenic, anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial and anti- just about anything else you can think of. 

In addition, it’s a powerful immune-booster. Research suggests that grape seed extract helps activate Th1 cells. In other words, it helps activate immune cells that  help fight viruses and bacteria.¹

Promotes Healthy Blood Pressure

Additionally, the mighty grape seed antioxidants have a protective effect on blood vessels, which may keep high blood pressure in check. 

According to a study of 24 overweight heart patients conducted by the University of California Davis, the group taking grape seed extract saw their systolic number drop by 12 points, and a drop of diastolic pressure of 8 points compared to those taking the placebo.²

In another 4-month study, patients taking a patented form of grape seed extract called Enovita experienced healthier overall blood pressure levels.³ (You’ll find Enovita® grape seed extract in Cardio Defender®)

Smoother, Younger-Looking Skin is One of the Best Grape Seed Extract Benefits

The polyphenols in grape seed extract help increase collagen production. Collagen is a protein that’s a major component of skin, joints, teeth and hair. It also keeps skin cells healthy and boosts the elasticity of your skin, making it look younger and smoother. For instance, according to a study published in Phytotherapy Research, grape seed extract helps protect against hyper pigmentation or brown blotches on the skin caused by sun damage.⁴

You can find grape seed extract in liquid form or in capsules and tablets. When shopping for a grape seed supplement, be sure to choose one that contains at least 90% proanthocyanins.

 As with any new supplement, it’s wise to touch base first with a trusted health care professional to determine if it’s the best choice for you. But, the definite benefits of grape seed extract cannot be ignored.

REFERENCES

¹Clin Diag Lab Immunol. 2002 Mar;9(2):470-6

²Sivaprakasapillai, B. et al. Effect of grape seed extract on blood pressure in subjects with the metabolic syndrome. Metabolism Clinical and Experimental. 2009; 58:1743–1746.

³Retrieved from: http://us.indena.com/news/indenas-enovita-efficacy-grape-seed-procyanidins-maintenance-blood-pressure-normal-range/ Belcaro G, Ledda A. et al., Grape Seed Procyanidins in pre-mild hypertension. A registry study., Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, in press.

⁴Aburjai, T. and Natsheh, F. M. Plants used in cosmetics. Phytotherapy Research. 2003;17:987–1000.