OPC-85 is the result of 50 years of research by Dr. Masquelier. Proanthenols is the proprietary trademark of Life Plus for their high quality products that exclusively contain Masquelier's OPC -85 extract from both Maritime Pine bark and grape seeds. The tablets are manufactured under strictly controlled procedures to ensure the highest OPC activity possible. All Proanthenols products carry the Masquelier's OPC-85 trademark and its U.S. Patent Number. He was the holder of many patents and trademarks around the world and is truly a world class scientist, highly respected by the scientific community.
Many researchers feel that when both are combined, they compliment each others effectivness.
The U.S. Patent Number is 4,698,360, which appears on the label with the endorsement of its patent holder, Dr. Jacques Masquelier. It is in easy to swallow tablet form. Proanthocyanidins have been hailed by researchers as the most potent, natural antioxidant compound ever discovered. OPC-85 is NOT a drug but a antioxidant nutritional supplement. It costs less than the traditional drug therapy.