{"product_id":"grape-seed-extract-formerly-o-p-c-100","title":"Grape Seed Extract","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe primary constituents of Thorne's grape seed extract are oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPCs). OPCs have strong free-radical scavenging (antioxidant) ability, resulting in inhibition of oxidative damage and protection of blood vessels and other tissues.* OPCs have been shown to protect vascular endothelial cells from oxidative damage and appear to strengthen the resistance of cell membranes to injury and impairment.* OPCs also can bind copper and iron, thereby reducing their oxidative effects.* Grape Seed Extract contains Leucoselect Phytosome®, which have demonstrated in studies to reduce the oxidation of LDL-cholesterol in heavy smokers, and decrease oxidative stress in diabetics and in healthy individuals after a fatty meal.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvidence suggests OPCs enhance the cross-linkage of collagen in skin and other connective tissues.* OPCs have also been shown to decrease capillary permeability, which can be manifest as decreased bruising.* For example, clinical studies demonstrate reduced swelling and improved resolution of sports injuries in athletes who were given OPCs prior to a sporting event.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA clinical study of 10 healthy volunteers analyzing the effect of OPC supplementation on biomarkers of oxidative stress found significantly increased levels of the antioxidant alpha-tocopherol in red blood cell membranes.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a randomized human trial, young healthy volunteers received 300 mg of Leucoselect phytosome daily or a placebo. Antioxidant activity was measured at multiple time-points during days one and five. Within 30 minutes after administration on day one, the antioxidant activity measured by \"total radical-trapping antioxidant parameter\" (TRAP) was significantly elevated compared to placebo.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuggested Use:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake 1 capsule two to three times daily or as recommended by your health professional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarnings:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALLERGY WARNING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is contraindicated in an individual with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrape Seed Extract contains grape seed phytosome - a plant extract complexed with phospholipids, which are derived from soy. Phospholipids contain no soy protein. There are no other soy-based ingredients in Grape Seed Extract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePREGNANCY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf pregnant, consult your health professional before using this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINTERACTIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no known adverse interactions or contraindications at publication date.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46054597099756,"sku":"thorn-SF745","price":54.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5462\/2700\/files\/sf745__ve6e5db6bcbaeeb451214618ba65332b993b403cc.png?v=1778243849","url":"https:\/\/members.theswellscore.com\/products\/grape-seed-extract-formerly-o-p-c-100","provider":"TSS Member Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}