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A Dietary Supplement 120 Capsules More Info:
Pycnogenol® capsules may be a useful nutritional adjunct for individuals who wish to increase their intake of natural antioxidants in the bioflavonoid family of nutrients. Pycnogenol® is one of the most powerful natural freeradical scavengers yet discovered. As such, it reduces oxidative damage to vital tissues and helps maintain a healthy capillary system. Pycnogenol®‘s antioxidant activity is many times more effective than that of vitamin C and vitamin E. Pycnogenol® enhances the effectiveness of vitamins C and E and can be taken together with these vitamins for added benefit. Pycnogenol® is composed of water-soluble proanthocyanidin dimers, trimers, and oligomers, catechin and epicatechin, and naturally-occurring organic acids such as ferulic acid and caffeic acid.
Pycnogenol®’s proanthocyanidins are a highly specialized group of bioflavonoids unique in their ability to form condensation products. The dimeric proanthocyanidins are the most potent anti-free radical agents. Although the organic acids such as caffeic acid inhibit the formation of many reactive oxygen species less than the dimeric proanthocyanidins, they are more effective than Vitamin C in this regard. The unique nutrient mixture supplied by Pycnogenol® helps maintain a healthy capillary system in several ways. It protects Vitamin C which is necessary for the production of collagen. Pycnogenol® also binds to collagen fibers, protecting them from attack by free radicals so that the natural elasticity of collagen in skin, joints, arteries, capillaries and other tissues is maintained. Ingredients: Serving Size: 1 capsule Servings Per Container: 120 Amount Per Capsule Pycnogenol® ...25mg* (from Pinus pilaster) * Daily Value not established Contains: Cellulose, Gelatin (capsule), Vegetable Stearate Does Not Contain: Yeast, Wheat Gluten, Soy Protein, Milk/Dairy, Corn, Sodium, Sugar, Starch, Artificial Coloring, Preservatives, Flavoring Dosage: As a dietary supplement, adults take 1 to 3 capsules daily with meals or as directed by your healthcare professional. WARNINGS: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. For optimal storage conditions, store in a cool, dry place. (59º-77ºF/15º-25ºC) (35-65% relative humidity) Tamper resistant package, do not use if outer seal is missing. |