Abstract

MEDICINAL VALUE OF GRAPE SEED EXTRACTS: A REVIEW

Abstract

Grape seed extract contains a vast array of health-giving ingredients, such as protein, lipids, carbohydrates and polyphenols (which come mainly in the form of flavonoids, also known as bioflavanoids).The term flavonoid is used for a class of plant chemicals known for their activity as highly potent antioxidants, and therefore for their capability in protecting the body against oxidative and free radical damage. It’s not really surprising when you consider the scientific studies: they show that the antioxidant power of polyphenols is 20 times more powerful than vitamin E, and 50 times greater than vitamin C.Because of its polyphenol content, purple grape juice provides a far greater antioxidant effect than orange juice

Keywords: Grape Seed, Herbal Medcine, Periodontal Disease, Anti-Oxidant, Anti Microbial.