Overview
Vitis vinifera procyanidins.
Mechanism of action
Anti-inflammatory; collagen protection.
Effects on the body
Organ system effects
Evidence-based benefits
Lowers BP
Moderate evidencePotential side effects
- · GI upset
Drug interactions
No notable interactions reported.
Supplement interactions
None listed.
No specific avoidances listed.
Dosing & bioavailability
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Scientific evidence (8)
Grape seed for BP
Feringa HH, et al.
9 RCTs
Reduced systolic BP by 1.5 mmHg.
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