Proanthocyanidin-rich grape seed extract reduces leg swelling in healthy women during prolonged sitting
Sano A, Tokutake S, Seo A
Published in Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, Vol. 93 (3), pp. 457-62
Methodology
Randomized placebo-controlled trial of grape seed proanthocyanidin extract on lower-leg oedema after prolonged sitting in healthy women.
Key Findings
Grape seed extract significantly reduced lower-leg swelling and circumference after prolonged sitting compared with placebo.
Conclusions
Grape seed proanthocyanidins reduce venous pooling and oedema.
Limitations
Small trial; healthy volunteers only.
Supplements Studied
Grape seed extract significantly reduced lower-leg swelling and circumference after prolonged sitting
Outcomes Measured
Grape seed extract significantly reduced lower-leg swelling and circumference after prolonged sitting compared with placebo
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