Pycnogenol

From: http://www.nutritionalreviews.org/pycnogenol


Extremely potent anti-oxidant (50-100 times more powerful than vitamin E) that protects against cell damage


Recycles Vitamin C and E, thereby prolongs their effectiveness

It can lower blood pressure by increasing nitric oxide production

Reduces the risks of blood clots

Protects and strengthens blood vessels and capillaries

Can lower cholesterol and control blood sugar levels

May increase fat breakdown whilst decreasing fat storage

May improve lung function

Reduce inflammatory diseases like psoriasis

May protect skin against sunburn and reduce risk of some cancers

May reduce menstrual cramps

Improves sperm quality and function

May Enhance exercise performance

May increase human growth hormone levels

Appears to be safe and non toxic