Pycnogenol was mentioned earlier as a substance found in Isotonix OPC-3. What is it?
Horphag Research (UK) Ltd. is the registered owner of the Pycnogenol trademark. This substance comes from the bark of a pine tree in maritime France. It is considered the standardized extract from that bark. One hundred twenty studies have been conducted on Pycnogenol, the results of which have been published in accredited and peer-reviewed medical journals. Pycnogenol contains flavonoids. These flavonoids are potent antioxidants and also help to produce nitric oxide (NO). As mentioned earlier, nitric oxide is good for regulating healthy levels of the cardiovascular system. It is particularly helpful in relaxing the arteries, re-establishing blood vessel diameter, and helps in regulating blood pressure for efficient circulation. Furthermore, nitric oxide makes blood platelets less sticky. This makes it possible for blood to keep its fluidity characteristics. Several patents were granted to Pycnogenol, thanks to its remarkable role in the healthy functioning of platelets. It should also
