🌲 What Is Pycnogenol®?
Pycnogenol® is a patented extract from the French maritime pine ( Pinus pinaster ) bark. It is standardized to ≈65 % procyanidins, a class of water-soluble flavonoids prized for powerful antioxidant activity. Source Naturals
⭐ Why Choose Source Naturals Pycnogenol® 100 mg?
| Feature | Why It Matters |
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| Clinically researched dose | Each tablet delivers 100 mg, the amount widely used in human studies on circulation, inflammation & skin health. Vitacost |
| Potent antioxidant shield | Procyanidins neutralize free radicals far more effectively than vitamins C or E alone. Source Naturals |
| Vascular & metabolic support | Trials show improved leg heaviness, blood pressure & lipid profiles with daily pine-bark extract. PMCBioMed Central |
| Inflammation modulator | Recent reviews tally over 160 clinical studies highlighting benefits wherever oxidative stress drives chronic disease. Frontiers |
| Vegetarian & non-GMO | Source Naturals formulates without common allergens and tests for purity. |
🔬 Science-Backed Benefits
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Healthy Circulation & Vein Comfort
Two-month supplementation (300 mg/day) relieved swelling, heaviness, and venous pressure in chronic-venous-insufficiency patients. PMC -
Cardiometabolic Wellness
A 2025 meta-analysis linked pine-bark extract to reductions in body weight, blood pressure, fasting glucose, LDL and HbA1c—key risk factors for metabolic syndrome. BioMed Central -
Inflammation & Oxidative-Stress Relief
Systematic reviews confirm Pycnogenol® lowers inflammatory markers and boosts endogenous antioxidant defenses. Frontiers -
Skin & Collagen Support
Antioxidant flavonoids protect collagen and elastin from UV-induced damage, promoting smoother, more resilient skin. MDPI
🗓️ Suggested Use
Take 1 tablet once or twice daily between meals, or as recommended by your healthcare professional. (Source Naturals). Adjust serving size to match clinically studied intakes (100–300 mg/day).
⚠️ Safety & Interactions
Pycnogenol® is generally well tolerated; mild stomach upset or dizziness are occasionally reported. Consult your physician if you:
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Take anticoagulants, diabetes or hypertension medication
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Are pregnant, nursing, or under six years old
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Plan surgery (stop two weeks prior)
More details: Pycnogenol® Benefits & Safety (Verywell Health). Verywell Health
💬 Quick FAQ
Q 1. How soon will I feel results?
Circulatory benefits are often reported within 4–8 weeks at 150–300 mg/day; antioxidant support begins day 1.
Q 2. Can I combine it with vitamin C?
Yes—studies suggest synergistic protection against oxidative stress.
Q 3. Is it stimulant-free?
Completely. Pycnogenol® does not contain caffeine or similar compounds.
Q 4. Does it affect blood sugar?
Evidence points to modest fasting-glucose reductions; monitor levels if you use antidiabetic drugs. BioMed Central
Q 5. Is it vegan?
Tablets are vegetarian and contain no animal-derived ingredients.
With decades of research and a stringent quality standard, Source Naturals Pycnogenol® offers a compact, clinically relevant dose to bolster antioxidant capacity, circulation, and overall wellness—all in a convenient 30-tablet bottle.
👉 Order your supply today and harness the power of French maritime pine bark for daily vitality!