Standard Extract

Pine bark extract is made from the bark of the maritime pine tree (Pinus pinaster), which contains naturally occurring chemicals called proanthocyanidins. The maritime pine is native to the western Mediterranean, with a range extending over Portugal, Spain, France, Italy, and Morocco. Pine bark extract is commonly sold under the brand name Pycnogenol. Pycnogenol is also the name of a group of compounds that contain proanthocyanidins taken from a number of natural sources, such as grape seeds (see Grapes) and other plants. In addition to the Pycnogenol brand, there are several other pine bark extract supplements available, which may use different types of pine bark and have different formulations. Pine bark extract is used for its antioxidant properties.

Taking Pine bark extract helps to limit free radicalspotentially harmful chemicals that are produced during the breakdown of foods in the body.
Preventing and treating a condition known as chronic venous insufficiency Proanthocyanidins (or polyphenols) in Pine bark extract help keep veins and other blood vessels from leaking.
Pine bark extract has anti-inflammatory effects or have beneficial effects on circulation.
Pine bark extract may reduce the stickiness of platelets, also is found to constrict the blood vessels and increase blood flow.
From destroying bacterial invaders and cancer cells to relaying signals in the brain.
Pine bark extract affects the production of NO in the white blood cells called macrophages scavenger cells that spew out NO to destroy invading bacteria, viruses and cancer cells.