What are the benefits of Pycnogenol®?
Pycnogenol is a plant extract from the bark of the French maritime pine tree, (also known as the Pinus pinaster tree) that’s rich in antioxidants, particularly procyanidins. It’s commonly used
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Living With Raynaud’s
Raynaud's affects millions of us so it is important to increase awareness and understanding of the signs and symptoms, as well offering widespread advice on lifestyle and how the condition can be managed and improved, alongside potential treatments that might help...
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Our Best Supplements for Increasing Nitric Oxide
First of all what does Nitric Oxide do for the body?
Produced by our cells, Nitric Oxide (NO) is a colourless gas that is important for blood vessel health. As a vasodilator, it relaxes the inner walls of the blood vessels, causing them to widen and increase blood flow. It is...
Top 5 Supplements to keep you healthy throughout the autumn months
As the summer fades and the season for cold and flu approaches, the autumn is a perfect time to assess our health and think about what we can do to help keep ourselves fit and well.
A good place to start is a review of your...
Pycnogenol® - A natural remedy for restless leg syndrome
A study recently published in Panminerva Medica has shown that Pycnogenol® can help to relieve and may prevent symptoms associated with restless leg syndrome (RLS). Pycnogenol® is a leading French Maritime Pine Bark Extract, and is an antioxidant with natural anti-inflammatory...
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Pycnogenol® in Menopause
The menopause is an increasingly talked about subject and is becoming more prevalent in today’s media. Menopause marks the end of fertile years, but it also affects various physiological systems as a result of fluctuating hormone levels. It is a life-changing phase in all women’s lives commonly occurring between the age of 45 and 55 years old. The transition can last...
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