{"product_id":"grape-seed-extract","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\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\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\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\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51400202191126,"sku":null,"price":54.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/5239\/5030\/files\/grape-seed-extract-THR_main_1.webp?v=1781037203","url":"https:\/\/www.yourroadlesstraveled.com\/products\/grape-seed-extract","provider":"The Road Less Traveled","version":"1.0","type":"link"}