Description
BIOACTIVE PYCNOGENOL is a patented extract from the bark of the French Mediterranean pine (Pinus pinaster). It contains a unique blend of water-soluble, naturally occurring bioflavonoids, some of which are also antioxidants.
Many different types of bioflavonoids are found in pycnogenol, such as catechin, epicatechin, flavones and taxifolin. Pycnogenol also contains a variety of fruit acids, including caffeic acid, ferulic acid, gallic acid, coumarinic acid and vanillic acid. Both bioflavonoids and fruit acids are found in fruits and vegetables, but they are never found together in just one plant or in the same ratio as in pycnogenol extract.
Pycnogenol has been studied in many clinical trials and has become known worldwide for its ability to protect cellular DNA, proteins and blood lipids from oxidative stress. Pycnogenol is also able to regenerate vitamin C after it has been damaged by free radicals.
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has assessed the documented properties of preparations containing Pinus pinaster (Pycnogenol) and has made the following claims:
- Pinus pinaster (extract from French Mediterranean pine) contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
- Pine bark extract (Pycnogenol) maintains normal blood circulation.
Food supplement. Consult your doctor before use.
Dosage
First week: 2 tablets twice per day (total of 4 tablets a day). Thereafter: 1 tablet twice per day (total of 2 tablets a day). Tablets should takes after meal. Can be used in the long term. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose.
Ingredients
Pycnogenol - 40 mg. Ingredients: Pinus pinaster extract, Microcrystalline cellulose, Maltodextrin, Hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose, Tricalcium phosphate, Magnesium stearate.
Manufacturer / Distribution
PHARMA NORD PRAHA s.r.o.
Valčíkova 1149/14
182 00 Praha 8, Libeň
CZ
