More questions from our readers…

“Hi – I was looking at Muscadine Grape supplement in the store and in the other ingredients they have Magnesium Stearate. What is this?”

Great question! No – you definitely do NOT want magnesium stearate in your muscadines. Magnesium stearate is a flowing agent that is often added to supplements. Magnesium stearate has absolutely no benefits to the end user. The only benefit is to the manufacturer – who can produce capsules faster if they use the magnesium stearate.

Are there Any Negatives to Mixing Muscadine Grapes and Magnesium Stearate?

There can be. Magnesium stearate can be made from saturated animal fat – not exactly what you want in your diet. It can also be made from corn or soy – which is probably Genetically Modified – again not what you want in your muscadine supplement.

Our friends at PowerSupplements.Com have a great article on Magnesium Stearate -

Why 90% of the Acai and Resveratrol Supplements on the Market May be Genetically Modified!

Go With A Magnesium Stearate Free Muscadine Supplement

If you are looking to get the maximum health benefits from muscadine grapes, go with a product like the Perfect ResGrape Resveratrol – it is 100% Free of Magnesium Stearate.

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