Product Overview
Type: Herb
Origin: China
Packaging: Bag
Description: Humans have used grapes since the dawn of history. The vitis vinifera, commonly known as the grape vine, produces fruits from which wine is made. The seeds of the grape possess nutritional value that many cultures have appreciated since ancient times. Many consumers are starting to learn the health benefits of grape seeds and to demand them in the products they eat, drink and use.
Most of the beneficial properties of the grape come from the seed. Like many fruit seeds, the seeds of the grape are not typically eaten. Nature gave them a bitter taste along with being hard. These are the reasons we spit them out. However, grape seeds are digestible and lose the bitterness when ground into a powder. Grape seed powder can be added to food directly, used in cooking and baking, diluted in water or other drinks, or used as an ingredient in a more complex product.
Grape seed powder can be used right out of the package in food and drink recipes, or it can be used as an additive in other products, such as: protein powders, dietary supplements, functional foods and drinks, sports nutrition.
The many health benefits of grape seed include improving the appearance of the skin, lowering cholesterol, aiding in weight loss, increasing cognitive function, regulating blood pressure, optimizing fluid balance, speeding the healing of wounds, reduce swelling after injury and preventing muscle damage. Benefits of grade seed are:
Weight Loss
The active ingredients within grape seed to inhibit fat deposition within the body, and even lower the level of fat absorption from our diet. Combined with a negligible amount of calories, it can give you an energetic boost and speed up the metabolism, which can further aid your weight loss efforts.
Skin Care
The presence of numerous antioxidants and flavonoid compounds in grape seed have been linked to improved skin appearance. These compounds are able to seek out and neutralize the free radicals in the skin that threaten the elasticity and durability of the skin. By eliminating oxidative stress and improving elasticity, it can help to reduce the presence of wrinkles, age spots, and blemishes, while also promoting the growth of new, healthy cells that keep you looking young.
Lowers Cholesterol Levels
The flavonoids that can be found in such high quantities within grape seed are responsible for lowering overall cholesterol levels and improving the balance between HDL and LDL cholesterol. This can reduce the dangers of plaque deposition in the arteries and blood vessels, which will lower your risk of heart attack, stroke, coronary heart disease and other cardiovascular issues.
Controls Blood Pressure
The oligomeric procyanidins in grape seed are able to protect blood vessels and arteries from damage, which can lead to high blood pressure and other cardiovascular problems. Furthermore, the compounds in grape seed are able to stimulate the activity of vitamin C in the body, which will boost collagen production and speed up the repair process on damaged blood vessels.
Lowers Oxidative Stress
Widely known as an anti-aging secret, the regular consumption of grape seed can help flood the body with antioxidants, which will counter the effects of oxidative stress in your organs as well as your skin and hair. These compounds will also reduce your risk of chronic disease, which becomes much more of a threat as we age.
Boosts Immune System
As mentioned, the flavonoids in grape seed stimulate the vitamin C already present in the body, but there is also a moderate amount of vitamin E in it, which can help boost the function of the immune system to defend against bacterial and viral pathogens. Furthermore, the antioxidants in grape seed are considered 30-50 times more potent than vitamin C in terms of protecting the body from pathogens.
Prevents Edema
The regular use of grape seed is able to prevent edema from occurring in the body. This excess storing of fluid in the body can be painful and unsightly, but it can easily be remedied with a supplement that regulates fluid transfer and balance between the cells and tissues.
Stimulates Brain Function
Oligomeric procyanidins have been researched extensively and it has been found that the compounds can stimulate cognitive function, which can help with things like concentration, retention, memory formation and mood. This is also important for people who are suffering from or are at high risk for Alzheimer’s and other neurodegenerative diseases.
Improves Vision
With a notable amount of carotenoids and antioxidants, grade seed has long been known as a means to improve vision. Antioxidants are able to counter oxidative stress in the retina and lower your chances of developing macular degeneration.
Speeds Healing Process
The procyanidins in grape seed have a direct stimulating effect on a certain endothelial growth factor, which is crucial to the wound-healing process. Consumption of it will speed blood clotting and increase your chances of the wound to heal without a scar.
Relieves Allergies
Thanks to the presence of resveratrol, one of the highly praised compounds in wine, grape seed can also minimize the impact of allergic reactions, due to its anti-inflammatory nature. This is also good for aches and pains, either from acute injuries or from more chronic issues, such as arthritis or gout.
Treats Fungal Infections
Grape seed as proven itself to be very effective against a variety of fungal infections, particularly those of the Candida genus. This can help people who regularly suffer from yeast infections, oral thrush, Athlete’s foot and other common fungal infections.
This is NOT grape seed extract, it is only crushed/ground grape seeds, it contains a high fiber content.
How to use: Adding grape seed powder to smoothies, soups or broths are great ways to get the benefits.
