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OPCs from Grape Seeds, Prevent LDL Cholesterol Oxidation
Filed in archive Cardiovascular Health , Functional Foods , Studies by Gloria Gamat on November 23, 2007
The oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPCs) from grape seeds have been found by a new study to prevent oxidation of LDL cholesterol which can lead to atherosclerosis.

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Masquelier's® Original OPCs from IBioCeuticals in the US have been used by the scientists in this particular study.

According to the study's author, Dr. Geetha Achanta:

"The results of the first phase of the project are extremely promising, because they indicate that OPCs, at levels found in circulation after oral intake, are capable of protecting LDL from oxidation, and appear to be more effective protectors than vitamin E.

In the previous year the team also found that OPCs can protect endothelial cells in the blood vessels from oxidative damage - thereby reducing the risk on endothelial dysfunction and vascular disorders.

Targeting ROS (reactive oxygen species) with dietary antioxidants is therefore an attractive approach for preventing atherosclerosis, and this approach is supported by epidemiological evidence correlating dietary antioxidant intake with lower risk of cardiovascular disease.

In conclusion, the results reveal a plausible mechanism by which OPCs inhibit LDL oxidation, and provide a basis for further investigating the potential protective effects of OPCs in atherosclerosis."


WOW. It seems everything in grapes is beneficial to health. Definitely good news!

Find more details from NutraIngredients.



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