Grape Vine
Scientific name: Vitis will vinifera
Synonyms: Grape
Part(s) used
Seeds of the cultivated vine
Principal constituents
Flavonoids, anthocyanosides, minerals salts
Recognized therapeutic effects
- Increases resistance of veins, decreases capillary permeability and brittleness, improves microcirculation and treats various problems related to venous insufficiency (tiredness in the legs, hemorrhoids or varicose veins)
- Is used as an antioxidant
- In ophthamology, treats circulatory problems affecting the retina
Traditional use
- To treat redness of the nose, cheeks, face and chin
Contraindications
- None, although safety for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding has not yet been established. It should however be noted that absorption as food presents no danger
Drug interactions
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