Flora's unique formula, Grape Seed Extract Plus, combines Dr. Jack Masquelier's® Original OPCs (oligomeric proanthocyanidins) with bioflavonoids from bilberries and cranberries. In 1948 in France, Dr. Masquelier isolated powerful antioxidants now known as OPCs. He first derived them from the peanut, then from pine bark and later from grape seeds.

Grape seeds are rich in antioxidants that can be used to combat free radicals.* Free radicals are atoms, molecules or ions with unpaired electrons. They attack the body's cells and tissues, degrade collagen and reprogram DNA. These destructive agents are caused by many factors including environmental pollution, food additives, high-fat diets, excessive alcohol, smoking and passive smoke inhalation, burns, infections, stress, radiation and nutrient deficiencies. Free radicals are linked with premature aging, high cholesterol, circulatory problems and other health concerns. Because cell damage is at the root of most health problems and aging disorders, protecting ourselves from free-radical activity is important for increasing the likelihood of a long and healthy life. Grape Seed Extract Plus supports the connective tissue in the body by strengthening collagen, which is an essential component of muscles, tendons, ligaments, teeth, gums, eyes and blood vessels. The OPCs attach themselves to collagen at the cellular level, thereby improving elasticity and resiliency of connective tissues, including the skin.*

The OPCs in Grape Seed Extract Plus help strengthen the entire vascular system, minimizing capillary leakage in the legs, eyes and skin.* Without OPCs, destructive enzymes are free to attack the structure of the blood vessels. Free radicals further degenerate these vessels so that they become traps for LDL cholesterol. Once this "bad" cholesterol has been trapped, it attracts calcium. Cholesterol and calcium build up to form plaque, which narrows the arteries and encourages blood clot formation. OPCs are used to keep the blood vessel walls smooth, which helps deter this process.*

82-0226 Flora Grape Seed Extract Plus 60 capsules Nutrition Facts Serving Size: 1 Capsule Servings Per Container: 60 Amount Per Serving % Daily Value* Aqueous/alcohol extracts of: Grape seeds OPC Complex (98% proanthocyanidins) 50  mg   Bilberry (25% anthocyanidins) 10  mg   *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Ingredients: Cranberry powder, microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate in a vegetarian capsule made of water and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (USP). Recommended Use: Take 1 capsule with fruit juice twice daily on an empty stomach. Store in a cool, dry place. If you notice any errors in the information above, please let us know. If you have further questions about this product, please contact Flora at 1-800-446-2110 The nutrition facts listed above are supplied as a courtesy to our customers. The nutrition facts were current and accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time they were entered. Manufacturers often change formulas or ingredients without notifying us. We do our best to keep them as up to date as possible, however Netrition.com will not be held responsible for any differences between what is listed on our web site and what is listed on the product that you receive. If you need to be 100% certain of the ingredients currently being shipped, we recommend that you call or email our customer service department to check the shelf of current stock.