Pine Bark (Pycnogenol)
Pinus pinaster
A maritime-pine bark extract rich in proanthocyanidins, studied for circulation, vein, and skin health.
Traditional use (european-folk): A maritime-pine bark extract rich in proanthocyanidins, studied for circulation, vein, and skin health.
A maritime-pine bark extract rich in proanthocyanidins, studied for circulation, vein, and skin health.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A maritime-pine bark extract rich in proanthocyanidins, studied for circulation, vein, and skin health.
Evidence strength: limited human.
- See the evidence level above
- May increase bleeding and affect immune/blood-sugar function.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
May increase bleeding and affect immune/blood-sugar function.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
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