Pycogenol is a nutrient from the bark of the French Martime Pine tree. Pycogenol is an important nutrient because of its antioxidant power. It is a powerful antioxidant and bioflavonoid, more powerful than vitamin C, E, selenium and carotene.

It binds with collagen fiber and helps restore skin elasticity as well as protecting it from free radical damage, thereby preventing excess and premature wrinkles.

Pycnogenol is a blend of special bioflavonoids, called pronthocyanidins. Proanthocyanidins are many times more effective than vitamins E, C, Carotene, Selenium or any other known source of flavonols.

Bioflavonoids have a natural chelate process which can remove heavy metals such as copper from the blood.

Pycnogenol enahnces the effects of vitamin C and protects brain and nerve tissue with it unique ability to penetrate the blood-brain barrier and protect the brain cells.

Pycogenol also protects capillaries from free radical damage that can cause phlebitis, varicose veins and bruising.

In addition to its antioxidant power, pine bark extract is also a natural inflammatory that can help heal joint pain associated arthritis and sports injuries. It also helps to control and prevent edema and bursitis.

Pycnogenol has been used successfully for diabetic retinopathy, varicose veins and hemorrhoids.

Helps maintain circulation. Is valuable for those who suffer from diabetes and stroke .

Pycogenol alleviates congestion resulting from smoking or other toxins.

Pycogenol may be useful in treating diabetic retinopathy, varicose veins and hemorrhoids.