Potent antioxidants and other chemical compounds in FMPB inhibit platelet aggregation (blood thinner), reduce vascular inflammation, and improve the integrity of blood vessels. This improves blood flow to tissues — optimal blood flow is essential for recovering from any chronic illness.
Potent anti-inflammatory properties also extend to offer protection for joints and ligaments. FMPB is also beneficial for the immune system. Pycnogenol is the most studied brand of FMPM, but any brand provides the same properties.
Suggested dosage: 50-100 mg daily.
Side effects: Rare. Low potential for toxicity.
REFERENCES
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2. Bianchi S, Kroslakova I, Janzon R, Mayer I, Saake B, Pichelin F. Characterization of condensed tannins and carbohydrates in hot water bark extracts of European softwood species. Phytochemistry. 2015;120:53-61.
3. Nakayama S, Kishimoto Y, Saita E, et al. Pine bark extract prevents low-density lipoprotein oxidation and regulates monocytic expression of antioxidant enzymes. Nutr Res. 2015;35(1):56-64.
1. McGrath KC, Li XH, McRobb LS, Heather AK. Inhibitory Effect of a French Maritime Pine Bark Extract-Based Nutritional Supplement on TNF-α-Induced Inflammation and Oxidative Stress in Human Coronary Artery Endothelial Cells. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2015;2015:260530.
2. Bianchi S, Kroslakova I, Janzon R, Mayer I, Saake B, Pichelin F. Characterization of condensed tannins and carbohydrates in hot water bark extracts of European softwood species. Phytochemistry. 2015;120:53-61.
3. Nakayama S, Kishimoto Y, Saita E, et al. Pine bark extract prevents low-density lipoprotein oxidation and regulates monocytic expression of antioxidant enzymes. Nutr Res. 2015;35(1):56-64.