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Grape Seed Extract

Vitis Vinifera

Grape seed extract (GSE) is a supplement derived from grape seeds which is composed of a mixture of tannins and procyanidins. Studies have shown GSE to be beneficial for increasing blood flow and for protecting pancreatic cells from lipotoxic effects.

References

  1. Hassan FA, Mahrose KM, Basyony MM. Effects of grape seed extract as a natural antioxidant on growth performance, carcass characteristics and antioxidant status of rabbits during heat stress. Arch Anim Nutr.. 2016
  2. Mohammad Hosein Farzaei, Mohammad Abdollahi, Roja Rahimi Role of dietary polyphenols in the management of peptic ulcer World Journal of Gastroenterology. 2015
  3. R Van Saun Feed Additives, Nutritional Supplements and Nutraceuticals for Horses . 2012
  4. Davies JA, Krebs GL, Barnes A, Pant I, McGrath PJ. Feeding grape seed extract to horses: effects on health, intake and digestion. Animal. 2009

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