Description
Oxi-fend® Grape Seed Extract is made from the seeds of New Zealand’s world renowned Sauvignon Blanc grapes.

 

Naturally Extracted
Oxi-fend® Kiwifruit Extract is extracted using only water with our 100% Aqua Pure® process.

 

 

This ensures:

  • The activity of the antioxidants is maximised
  • The extract is 100% soluble in water
  • There are no chemical or solvent residues

 

Composition
Oxi-fend® Grape Seed Extract contains high levels of polyphenolic antioxidants including high molecular weight OPCs (oligomeric proanthocyanidins). The total polyphenolic content of Oxi-fend® Grape Seed Extract is > 480 mg/g, of which approximately 80% is OPCs and 20% lower molecular weight epicatechin and epigallocatechin.

 

HPLC trace of the antioxidant components of Oxi-fend® Grape Seed Extract

 

Functionality
Oxi-fend® Grape Seed Extract has a very high antioxidant activity and is scientifically proven to defend cells from oxidative stress: The antioxidant activity is measured using the ORAC assay and Oxi-fend® Grape Seed Extract has an ORAC activity of > 11500 units/gram. Oxi-fend® Grape Seed Extract is able to protect cultured human skin cells from hydrogen peroxide-dependent oxidative stress.

 

 

Oxi-fend® Grape Seed Extract can deliver enhanced antioxidant activity to products in order to maintain good health, including heart and cognitive health and during exercise.

 

Application
Oxi-fend® Grape Seed Extract is supplied as a freeze dried powder. Its natural extraction, high antioxidant activity, purity and 100% solubility in water makes it ideal for addition into functional foods, beverages and supplements.