Grapeseed (seed)
Scientific Name: Vitis vinifera (seed)
Botanical Family: Vitaceae
Plant Type: Vine (seed extract)
Geographical Origin: Mediterranean/West Asia
Species/Variety: Vitis vinifera (seed)
Description
Seed proanthocyanidin extracts.
Therapeutic Properties
Antioxidant; Vascular support
Temperament
Neutral
How to Use
Capsules (OPC extract)
Dosage
Standardized extracts per label
Precautions
Anticoagulant interactions possible
Replacement / Alternatives
Pine bark (Pycnogenol)
References
VASCAN; Native American Ethnobotany