The Solgar Grape Seed Extract 100mg is a dietary supplement in phytocapsules, with 100mg of grape seed extract (Vitis vinifera) per capsule. The extract is titled at 90% in polyphenols, meaning each capsule delivers 90mg of polyphenols in a consistent amount per batch. The package contains 30 phytocapsules.
It is aimed at adults who want a concentrated, standardized source of plant polyphenols through their diet, those who consume few dark fruits and berries, and those who prefer a single-ingredient plant preparation with a measured content instead of complex herbal blends of unknown titration.
Grape seed is, on a weight basis, one of the richest plant materials in polyphenols. The main group of compounds it contains are the oligomeric proanthocyanidins, also known as OPCs: molecules that result from the union of two or more units of catechin and epicatechin. They are the same families of compounds that give red wine and dark berries their color and their tangy taste. In the seed they are found in much higher concentration than in the fruit pulp, which is why the extract is made from it.
Titration is the crucial factor here. A simple seed powder has an unpredictable content of active compounds, which varies with the variety, the year, and the harvest. The titled extract, on the other hand, is controlled to deliver a predetermined percentage of polyphenols, here 90%. This means that the capsule you get in March has the same content as the one you get in October. Proanthocyanidins remain the subject of extensive scientific research and the related health claims for botanicals are under evaluation by the EFSA.
According to the product presentation by Solgar itself, the preparation is described as follows:
The above statements are attributed to the producer. The grape seed extract does not have an approved health claim from the EFSA and remains the subject of research, so no specific effect is attributed to the product in the rest of the text.
The composition is monopreparation: a plant extract, without vitamins or metals that would have their own approved claims. This is what makes the dose and the form the two elements that really distinguish the product.
The dose of 100mg extract per capsule corresponds to 90mg polyphenols. With the maximum recommended intake of two capsules per day, the daily intake reaches 200mg extract and 180mg polyphenols. The form is a phytocapsule with a shell of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, that is, plant cellulose and not gelatin. The formula is stated to be free of sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, dairy products, preservatives, artificial flavors or colors, a feature that makes it manageable for those avoiding specific allergens.**
It suits adults who want to enrich their diet with plant polyphenols and do not regularly consume dark fruits, berries or cocoa. It suits those looking for a standardized extract with a declared titration, so they know exactly what they are getting. It suits those avoiding gluten, dairy or soy, as the formula contains none of these. It finally suits those who want a small 30-capsule package to try the preparation before committing to a larger one.
The product is a dietary supplement and does not replace medical diagnosis or treatment. For varicose veins, venous or cardiovascular issues, consult a doctor.
Main ingredients: per 1 phytocapsule, grape seed extract (Vitis vinifera) 100mg, providing 90mg (90%) polyphenols.
Other ingredients: microcrystalline cellulose (bulking agent), hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (capsule shell), vegetable magnesium stearate and silicon dioxide (anti-caking agents).
Free from: sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, dairy products, preservatives, artificial flavors or colors.
Form: phytocapsules.
Recommended dosage: for adults, 1 to 2 phytocapsules per day, preferably with meals.
With one phytocapsule per day, the 30-capsule package covers one month of use. With two phytocapsules per day, it is sufficient for fifteen days. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
In case of pregnancy, breastfeeding or taking medication, consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. Special care is needed if you are taking anticoagulant or antiplatelet medication, so use should only be done on medical advice. Keep the product in a cool and dry place, away from children.
It means that every 100mg of extract is tested to deliver 90mg of polyphenols. The content remains constant from batch to batch, regardless of the harvest.
The guideline is 1 to 2 phytocapsules per day, preferably with meals. Start with one and do not exceed two.
The 30 phytocapsules are enough for one month with one capsule per day, or for fifteen days with two.
They are the oligomeric proanthocyanidins, molecules formed by the union of catechin units. They are found in high concentration in grape seed and are the subject of research.
No. Resveratrol mainly comes from the skin and is a different compound. This preparation comes from the seed and is standardized in polyphenols, not resveratrol.
Consult your doctor first. Plant preparations with polyphenols must be evaluated in combination with anticoagulant or antiplatelet therapy.
The capsule shell is plant cellulose, not gelatin, and the formula contains no dairy. For full confirmation check the package label.
No. It is a dietary supplement, not a replacement for medical diagnosis or treatment. For venous problems, consult a doctor.
* The grape seed extract does not have an approved health claim from the EFSA under Regulation (EC) 1924/2006. The references to benefits are attributed to the producer. The product is not intended for the prevention, treatment or cure of a human disease.
** Information on the plant ingredients. The related health claims for botanicals are under evaluation by the EFSA.
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Main ingredients: per 1 phytocapsule, grape seed extract (Vitis vinifera) 100mg, providing 90mg (90%) polyphenols.
Other ingredients: microcrystalline cellulose (bulking agent), hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (capsule shell), vegetable magnesium stearate and silicon dioxide (anti-caking agents).
Free from: sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, dairy products, preservatives, artificial flavors or colors.
Form: phytocapsules.
Recommended dosage: for adults, 1 to 2 phytocapsules daily, preferably with meals.
With one phytocapsule per day, the 30-capsule package covers one month of use. With two phytocapsules daily, it is sufficient for fifteen days. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
In case of pregnancy, breastfeeding or taking medication, consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. Special care is needed if you are taking anticoagulant or antiplatelet medication, so use should only be done on medical advice. Keep the product in a cool and dry place, away from children.
