Grape Seed Extract (GSE) for Your Heart!

There are a lot of scientific articles about the benefits of GSE. This article is an attempt to distill the jargon down to an understandable level for us non-scientists.

Red grape seed extract is powerful protection for your heart. It strengthens your arteries and capillaries and provides antioxidant protection as well. Studies show GSE produces changes favorable to cardiovascular health, including improving the metabolism of triglycerides and cholesterol. It's worth noting that red grape seed extract has higher levels of the beneficial compounds than green (white), black, yellow, pink or purple. 

Cardiovascular Protection

A great deal of research has been done on the diet of the French people, which is high in saturated fat, yet they have a very low incidence of heart disease. The conclusion is the red wine they consume is high in the beneficial compounds of GSE and protects their hearts. The red wine from southwestern France and Sardinia have the highest levels of these compounds. A votre sante!

Oligomeric Proanthocyanidins (OPCs)

OPCs provide better antioxidant protection against heart disease and cancer than vitamins C and E. Oxidized LDLs (the bad cholesterol) damage the cells that line the arteries, resulting in atherosclerosis or hardened arteries. GSE inhibits this oxidation. Studies suggest that OPCs alos inhibit tumor cell growth and enhance normal cell growth.

Other Benefits of GSE

GSE has also been shown to help in the treatment of venous insufficiency, liver protection from toxins, sign of aging skin, diabetic cardiomyopathy and other vascular conditions.

Dental disease caused by unfriendly bacteria in the mouth can enter the bloodstream and cause platelets to stick together, increasing the risk of heart attack or stroke. 

GSE blocks elastase which damages the skin, making you look older. 

Studies show that GSE plays an important role against diabetic cardiomyopathy and may have potential in the treatment of vascular complications. 

Consult with Your Doctor

You should always consult with your doctor before you take any supplements, especially if you are already taking any medications. 

You can get GSE in pill form from many fine retailers, but there is an alternative! TripleClicks exclusive Advanced Liquid Nutrition is a delicious berry-flavored liquid supplement that has GSE and a variety of other nutrients, vitamins and minerals.