What is OPC?

How is OPC produced?

The OPC for our products comes from the seeds of French grapes, sourced from the pomace of local winemakers. These are processed in a six-stage process into our OPC-rich grape seed extract.

Throughout the entire process, special attention is paid to sustainability. The pomace is collected directly from winemakers within a specific radius around the production site. These short distances help keep the carbon footprint low. All by-products are processed and reused for different purposes. The water used is treated and reused for vineyard irrigation, creating a cycle where no resources are wasted.

Which foods contain OPC?

OPC is found in high concentrations in nuts as well as in the skins and seeds of fruits. The following table shows a selection of foods and their OPC content.

When is OPC supplementation beneficial?

You can benefit from additional OPC intake in any life situation, particularly when your daily diet contains little fruit and vegetables. Our OPC capsules easily supplement your nutrient intake with secondary plant compounds and also provide natural vitamin C. The latter protects your cells from free radical attacks, making it particularly valuable in stressful times.

OPC capsules are also useful when you want to specifically benefit from the properties of proanthocyanidins. The content in food varies, so you never really know how much OPC you’re consuming daily. Our capsules are standardized, allowing you to adjust the OPC amount to your individual needs.

Who can take OPC?

OPC is suitable for all groups of people. No side effects are known for OPC consumption, but you should still follow the recommended daily dosage.

Determine your individual OPC requirements

We offer OPC in two different dosages: with 120 mg and 240 mg of OPC per capsule. 120 mg of OPC per day is sufficient if you just want to boost your daily diet. However, if you have increased needs, for example, due to a changed metabolic situation, we recommend 240 mg of OPC per day.

If you’ve never taken OPC before, you should start with 120 mg per day. After about a week, you can double the amount to 240 mg if desired. This gradual increase allows your body to adjust slowly to the new nutrient, ensuring optimal tolerance.

What to consider when taking OPC

OPC can be taken at any time of day. The daily dose is 120 to 240 mg, and for optimal tolerance, we recommend taking it with a meal. An overview of the individual recommendations for our OPC products can be found in our OPC category.

Can OPC cause side effects?

No side effects are known for OPC consumption. However, we have found that OPC240 can cause discomfort if taken on an empty stomach. You can easily avoid this by taking the capsules with a meal.

Is OPC overdose possible?

As with all nutrients, an overdose of OPC is theoretically possible. It would likely present with symptoms like headaches or severe nausea. In the long term, your cells could be damaged. However, if you stick to the recommended dosage, an overdose is ruled out, and you can safely incorporate OPC into your daily routine.

Find high-quality OPC, individually dosed, at BioProphyl®

By forgoing any auxiliary or additive ingredients, our OPC, like all our supplements, follows our company’s motto: “Nature as a model.” We aim to support your health with our purely natural products!

Our OPC is available in two variants: with natural vitamin C and without vitamin C from acerola cherry. This way, you can choose the product that best suits your needs. Trust our knowledge and experience from over 30 years of working with natural supplements, and discover our product range in our online shop. We look forward to your visit!