Our Grape Seed Extract Powder is an 95% extract (10:1 ratio)
meaning each serving contains an 95% concentration of procyanidins
(polyphenols).
Pycnogenol is the trademarked name for the antioxidant from the
French Maritime Pine tree. But it is basically the same anthocyanin
compound found in grape seed extract. Pycnogenol, like grape seed
extract, is a water-soluble flavonoid, or polyphenol, complex with
powerful antioxidant properties and may have the ability to reduce
blood clotting. As an antioxidant, pycnogenol is thought to
possibly offer the following benefits: cardioprotection (reduces
risk of atherosclerosis); reduce cancer risk; improve vascular
strength (stronger blood vessels); reduce edema (both inflammation
and swelling); promote eye health (reduces risk of macular
degeneration and cataracts). Research shows that antioxidants like
pycnogenol, grape seed, and green tea are generally 10-100 times
more powerful than common nutrient antioxidants such as vitamins C
and E.
Specific research shows that pycnogenol may be effective in
reducing damage to skin caused by ultraviolet radiation from the
sun; may be helpful in reducing cancer cell growth and in
modulating chronic inflammation as shown in cell culture. In human
studies, pycnogenol may prevent excessive platelet aggregation
(blood clotting) caused by cigarette smoking and stress. In one
study, 100 mg of pycnogenol was as effective as 500 mg of aspirin
for reducing platelet aggregation. But pycnogenol does not prolong
bleeding time like aspirin though intakes of over 600 mg per day
could possibly increase bleeding time.
Some possible traditional uses of Grape Seed Extract Powder may
include:
May Support a healthy cardiovascular system
May Reduce menopausal symptoms
May Improve cognitive function in ADHD
Helpful for Venous leg ulcers
May Reduce blood glucose levels
Alleviating ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
Excellent free radical scavenger
May help to Maintain healthy skin
Reducing cramping in PMS
Possibly Help manage chronic asthma
May Improve athletic endurance
Reducing retinopathy / retina leakage
Powerful anti-inflammatory benefits
May Support healthy blood pressure levels
Reducing gingival bleeding when utilized in chewing gum
May Improve capillary resistance
Reducing reactive oxygen species apoptosis
Protecting & regenerating vitamins C & E
May Improve male fertility
May Reduce endometriosis
Stops mast cells from releasing histamine
Possible Protective benefits against UV radiation
Improving circulation problems
Combating inflammation in lupus
Reducing platelet aggregation in smokers
May Improve varicose veins
Is a mild antihypertensive
May Improve sexual function in men with erectile dysfunction
Reducing reduce leg pain, cramps, heaviness, & fluid retention
Very powerful antioxidant
Suggested Use: Take 1/10 teaspoon (200 mg) with food once daily.
Botanical Name: Vitis Vinifera
Ingredients: Grape Seed Extract.
Origin: China
Z Natural Foods strives to offer the highest quality organically
grown, raw, vegan, gluten free, non-GMO products available and
exclusively uses low temperature drying techniques to preserve all
the vital enzymes and nutrients. Our Grape Seed Extract Powder
passes our strict quality assurance which includes testing for
botanical identity, heavy metals, chemicals and microbiological
contaminants. ZNaturalFoods.com offers Grape Seed Extract Powder
packaged in airtight stand-up, resealable foil pouches for optimum
freshness. Once opened, just push the air out of the pouch before
resealing it in order to preserve maximum potency. Keep your Grape
Seed Extract Powder in a cool, dark, dry place.