Overview Inflammation and free radical damage increase as we age, contributing to many health problems. Natural Factors Pycnogenol is a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory made from the highest quality French maritime pine bark. Pycnogenol strengthens cell membranes, contributing to improved circulation, younger looking skin, lower cholesterol, and better blood sugar balance. Medicinal Ingredients Each capsule contains: Pycnogenol® 25 mg French Maritime Pine Bark Extract (Pinus maritima) (60% procyanidins) Non-Medicinal Ingredients Microcrystalline cellulose, gelatin capsule (gelatin, purified water), vegetable grade magnesium stearate (lubricant). Pycnogenol® is a special extract containing a group of bioflavonoid compounds. Natural Factors® manufactures the most complete potent extract of French maritime pine bark. Guaranteed effective. Suggested Use Pycnogenol® is an antioxidant for the maintenance of good health and is used in the treatment of chronic venous insufficiency. Advanced Info As we age, inflammation and free radicals cause damage, threatening the health of delicate tissues. Natural Factors Pycnogenol®, a natural plant extract derived from French maritime pine bark (Pinus pinaster), strengthens cell membranes. Its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects benefit many conditions, including chronic venous insufficiency, high blood pressure, heart disease, allergies, skin damage, and increased intestinal permeability (leaky gut). Pycnogenol helps restore the integrity of tissues, improving skin elasticity and smoothness while supporting the health of blood vessels, lung tissue, and intestinal membranes. The formula offers standardized amounts of procyanidins and bioflavonoids, and has four basic properties. It is one of the most potent scavengers of free radicals; acts as a natural anti-inflammatory; helps generate collagen and hyaluronic acid to repair membranes; and helps dilate blood vessels. The patented extract is sourced from the bark of pine trees grown exclusively in southwest France using no pesticides or herbicides. The concentrated formula is extracted using a safe, chemical-free process that guarantees the potency and purity of Pycnogenol’s active compounds. Pycnogenol is extensively clinically tested, extremely safe, and effective. The antioxidant power of Pycnogenol is 20 times greater than vitamin C, and 50 times greater than vitamin E.