Herb Profile
Grape
Botanical profile with evidence, safety, and practical fit.
Last reviewed: •3 human studies cited
B ModerateStandard caution — Generally safe Details
- Evidence
- Strong Human Evidence
- Typical onset
- Varies by prep
- Safety rating
- Low caution
- Best for
- Antioxidant, Cardiovascular, Anti Inflammatory, Stress
- Avoid / review if
- Anticoagulants
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Safety & Cautions
Generally safe
90%
Low caution — well tolerated
Detailed safety fields
Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and contraindications
- - Anticoagulants
Full safety note
- - Generally safe
Evidence-based safety
Caution when combined
These pairings share a flagged risk mechanism. They are additive-effect cautions derived from contraindication data, not confirmed clinical interactions. Consult a clinician before combining.
High-Priority Caution
147 flagged pairingsBleeding / anticoagulant risk
High-Priority Caution
147 flagged pairingsBleeding / anticoagulant risk
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Evidence Summary
Evidence lens
Most useful for practical interpretation when safety context also fits.
StrongStrong Human Evidence
Human clinical evidence: Present in source signals
Mechanistic / preclinical: Mechanism mapped — Inflammatory Signaling Modulation · Oxidative Stress Modulation · Vascular Function Support
Research maturity: More interpretable — Long Term Human Evidence May Be Limited.
Safety boundary: Safety note available — Generally safe
This profile cites 3 human studies.
How evidence grades work
Each grade reflects the strength and consistency of published human evidence — not marketing claims. Grades are based on study count, design quality, effect size, consistency, and recency.
A
Strong
Multiple RCTs, consistent direction, adequate effect size
B
Moderate
Some RCTs or consistent observational data in humans
C
Preliminary / Mixed
Animal or in-vitro only, or conflicting human data
D
Traditional / Theoretical
Traditional use only; no controlled human trials
Clinical Study Summaries (3)Cited studies informing this profile. RCTs and reviews shown first.
| Study | Type | Sample | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
Gawish AS et al. (2024) | — | — | PubMed → |
Selected Food/Herb-Drug Interactions: Mechanisms and Clinical Relevance Amadi CN et al. (2018) | — | — | PubMed → |
Grape Pomace Valorization: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Antonić B et al. (2020) | — | — | PubMed → |
Dosing & Timing
Dose guidance
150 300 mg extract
How Grape Works
Simplified mechanism pathway based on preclinical and pharmacological evidence. Does not confirm clinical efficacy.
Mechanism Pathway — How Grape Works
CompoundTarget / ReceptorMechanismEffect / Outcome
Mechanisms & Biological Pathways
Preclinical pathways
Proposed mechanisms from in vitro and animal research; these do not confirm clinical outcomes in humans.
Inflammatory Signaling ModulationOxidative Stress ModulationVascular Function SupportStress Response ModulationEndothelial Function Support
Active Compounds
Key constituents studied in Grape, with full pharmacology and safety profiles.
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Botanical profile context
How to interpret Grape
Grape dosage ranges, effects, drug interactions, and harm-reduction safety guide for antioxidant. Strong Human Evidence research evidence. Use this herb profile as a starting point for evidence review, not as a recommendation to start a new supplement. Botanical products can vary by plant part, extract ratio, standardization, dose, and contaminant testing, so two labels with the same common name may not behave the same way.
When reviewing Grape, compare the traditional-use context against the human evidence, mechanism notes, and safety cautions. Pay special attention to pregnancy, breastfeeding, liver or kidney disease, blood-pressure effects, sedation, stimulation, anticoagulant use, antidepressants, and any prescription medication overlap.
For product decisions, prefer transparent labels, named extracts, clear serving sizes, and third-party quality testing. Avoid treating a long list of possible mechanisms as proof that an herb will solve a specific condition.