Bio Pycnogenol Caps 60

What is Pycnogenol^®?Pycnogenol^® (with a capital P) is the trademark for a specific proanthrocyanadin containing extract derived from maritime pine bark. Pycnogenol^® contains powerful antioxidants whose protective effects are manifest in a number of tissues (see below).

What does Pycnogenol^® do?
Pycnogenol^® is a potent antioxidant, with an antioxidant activity approximately fifty times that of vitamin C. Because of the chemical structure of Pycnogenol ^®, it can be incorporated into and protect both the aqueous (cytoplasmic) and lipid (cell memrane) phases of cells from damage by free radicals. Pycnogenol^® also promotes increased availability of vitamin C within the body. Pycnogenol^® antioxidants are particularly effective for maintaining healthy functioning of blood vessels, and the eyes, as well as maintaining normal strength, flexibility and suppleness of the skin. Pycnogenol^®also helps maintain a normal response by the body to allergic or inflammatory challenge.

How much Pycnogenol^® should you take?
The generally recommended intake for pine bark extract is 50-150mg/day.

Are there adverse effects from taking pycnogenol^®?
There are no reports of significant adverse effects from taking pycnogenols. Mild gastrointestinal disturbance may occasionally occur in susceptible individuals. The toxicity of Pycnogenol is extremely low. Pycnogenol^® should not be taken by pregnant or lactating women. Keep out of the reach of children.

About Pharma-Nord Bio-Pycnogenol^®Each tablet of Pharma-Nord Bio-Pycnogenol^® contains 40mg of Pycnogenol^® maritime pine bark extract. Pycnogenol^® is a registered trademark of Horphag Research Ltd of Guernsey and is protected by U.S. patent. Pharma-Nord recommends 2 tablets to be taken twice daily for one week, followed by 1 tablet twice daily thereafter, with meals.