A review of 16 studies in 810 people with high blood pressure or an elevated risk of it found that taking 100–2,000 mg of GSE daily significantly reduced systolic and bp
improve blood flow
In an 8-week study in 17 healthy postmenopausal women, taking 400 mg of GSE had blood-thinning effects, potentially reducing the risk of blood clots
reduce oxidative damage
The oxidation of LDL cholesterol significantly increases this risk and plays a central role in atherosclerosis, or the buildup of fatty plaque in your arteries
improve collagen levels
Increasing flavonoid consumption may improve collagen synthesis and bone formation.As a rich source of flavonoids, GSE may thus help increase your bone density and strength.
Supports your brain
Flavonoids’ combination of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties are thought to delay or reduce the onset of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s disease
improve kidney function
Animal studies have shown that GSE may reduce kidney damage and improve function by reducing oxidative stress and inflammatory damage
Can inhibit infectious
Studies have shown that GSE inhibits the growth of common foodborne bacteria, including Campylobacter and E. coli, both of which are often responsible for severe food poisoning
May reduce cancer
A high intake of antioxidants, such as flavonoids and proanthocyanidins, are associated with a reduced risk of various cancers
May protect your liver
Your liver plays an important role in detoxifying harmful substances introduced to your body through drugs, viral infections, pollutants, alcohol, and more.
Enhances wound healing
These results are most likely due to high levels of proanthocyanidins in GSE triggering the release of growth factors in the skin