Is Grape Seed Extract (GSE) helpful for women with breast cancer?
Some research claims that GSE is an Aromatase Inhibitor. [1]
Aromatase inhibitors are a class of drugs used in the treatment of breast cancer in postmenopausal women and gynecomastia in men. They may also be used off-label to reduce estrogen conversion when using external testosterone. [2]
References:
- American Association for Cancer Research, June 2006, Ikuko Kijima, Sheryl Phung, Gene Hur, Sum-Ling Kwok and Shiuan Chen – Grape Seed Extract Is an Aromatase Inhibitor and a Suppressor of Aromatase Expression
- Wikipedia – Aromatase inhibitor
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Grapeseed Extract helps support antioxidant health. Antioxidants are nutrients that help fight free radicals and assist in maintaining good health.
Grapeseed extract contains oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPCs), which are naturally occurring bioflavonoids. Standardized to contain 90% Polyphenols. Adults can take one capsule daily.
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