One of the best researched dietary supplements with objective health benefits! What is NSI® Pycnogenol®? Pycnogenol is a natural plant extract derived from the bark of the French maritime pine tree. It contains natural compounds that may help promote joint health and comfort, cardiovascular wellness and more. How Does NSI® Pycnogenol® Work? Its unique combination of procyanidins, bioflavonoids and organic acids has been shown to help relieve inflammation within the body. In fact, over the past 35 years there have been over 200 published studies and review articles demonstrating Pycnogenol's safety and effectiveness in relieving inflammation associated with joint discomfort and mobility, hormonal fluctuations and issues interfering with cardiovascular wellness, such as unhealthy blood pressure levels and poor circulation. The studies revealed that the natural inflammatory relief and antioxidant properties found in Pycnogenol® inhibit the pro-inflammatory enzymes COX-1 and COX-2 and the inflammatory "master-switch" kappa-B (NF-kB). As such, daily supplementation with 50 – 100 mg of Pycnogenol supports joint health, mobility and comfort, offers relief from menstrual discomfort and promotes a healthy heart and cardiovascular system. . Pycnogenol health benefits have been investigated in more than 50 clinical trials with more than 6000 people:. As a powerful antioxidant, Pycnogenol was found to help minimize oxidative stress in healthy human volunteers in a study carried out at the University of California, Davis. Investigations at a University in Germany have demonstrated in healthy individuals that Pycnogenol® has properties that offer relief from inflammation. Pycnogenol was demonstrated to aid healthy vascular functions and helps relax arterial constriction in a Japanese clinical trial with healthy students. A study conducted at the University of Arizona revealed that Pycnogenol helped maintain healthy blood pressure and blood platelet activity, while supporting cardiovascular health. Pycnogenol also inhibits the activity of a digestive enzyme (alpha-glucosidase) which is required for absorption of dietary carbohydrates. By virtue of this effect Pycnogenol was found to support healthy blood sugar levels. These findings were published in “Diabetes Care”, a medical journal issued by the American Diabetes Association. Numerous clinical studies with Pycnogenol have addressed benefits related to female discomfort, breathing ability, cognitive function, and eye health. All publications of clinical studies with Pycnogenol can be accessed on the government medical literature database “Medline” http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez . NSI® Pycnogenol® is better because it:. - Is proven to be safe and effective . - Provides exceptional quality at extraordinary value. . Did You Know? All NSI supplements are packaged in HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) bottles. These bottles keep moisture vapor out, protecting the freshness and integrity of their contents, and are 400% more effective compared other brands currently using PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) bottles. HDPE bottles do not break as glass can and are also recyclable so we urge you to please recycle them.
Average Customer Rating:
4.5 out of 5
42 of 48 (88%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.
"My husband could hardly walk when he got up in the mornings his knee pain was so bad. He had orthoscopic surgery and was in worse pain. He started taking Pycnogenol (Pine Bark Extract) before bed and in less than a month, he was playing handball again. We highly recommend this supplement to anyone with joint pain."
Not what you think,September 25, 2009
By Anonymousfrom centerville ohio
Value:
1
out of 5
Quality:
1
out of 5
Effectiveness:
1
out of 5
Satisfaction:
1
out of 5
"The problem with this product lies in it's lack of correct potency, it just does not have it."
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Enhanced performance
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
exceptional antioxidant,June 14, 2009
By dytryinfrom Texas
Value:
3
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"Within an hour of taking this I felt better. I couldn't believe it. It was like something did a major interiorr cleaning of my insides. My eyes felt clearer and less tired, my body felt less tiired. The more I took, the better I felt. But also beware, when the body eliminates toxins, you just may be more aware of it than you'd like. But it's also a good way of finding out that you actually do have way more toxins that you ever thought you did."
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
"this product is a "hand saver" my fingers just don't want to work in the morning and i have a lot of pain. with the pycogenol, i can carry on with life."
Does not help with hot flashes,April 14, 2009
By scarlettfrom Massachusetts
"I am only commenting on what I purchased this for. Many reviews claimed this helped with hot flashes. I am on my second bottle, hoping it would work with time, but I am dissappointed with the results."
Age:
55-64
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
30-60 days
"I take one pill of this and 2 of NSI L-Arginine -- 1,800 mg. Wow you will not belive the effect. Don't miss out"
Age:
55-64
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Enhanced performance
Duration of use:
Less than 30 days
It works!,March 10, 2009
By kauaidreaminfrom Bakersfield, CA
Value:
3
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"I take the NSI pycnogenol for problems with circulation and leg pain. I had stopped taking this for about a month, not knowing if it was doing any good. My leg pain started again within a couple of weeks of discontinuing pycnogenol."
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
61-180 days
Pine Bark Works,March 7, 2009
By BBF0000000from Tallahassee, FL
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"I am a 66 year old female and purchased Pycnogenol for joint pain relief. It works :-)"
Age:
65-74
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
30-60 days
Not effective for glucose control,February 4, 2009
By mannasagefrom Melbourne, FL
Value:
4
out of 5
Quality:
3
out of 5
Effectiveness:
3
out of 5
Satisfaction:
2
out of 5
"My glucose level has INCREASED since switching to this product, NOT GOOD!
Another Pycnogenol product I took years ago worked better as I reflect back."
Age:
65-74
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
30-60 days
Pine Bark Extract,January 1, 2009
By TheMickNYfrom New York
Value:
4
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
4
out of 5
Satisfaction:
4
out of 5
"Give this product at least 3 months to achieve full effect."
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
1-2 supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
61-180 days
Excellent at reducing hot flashes,December 25, 2008
By GatorHeelfrom NC
Value:
3
out of 5
Quality:
4
out of 5
Effectiveness:
4
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"Heard about this on the People's Pharmacy - was touted as a posible means to help with post-menopausal symptoms. Have been taking for 3 weeks and hot flashes are reduced considerably. I am impressed as I have been havng them for 10 (yes 10) years."
Age:
55-64
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
Less than 30 days
"The Pycnogenol has helped some with my knee pain. It hasn't taken it away completely, but it has lessened it."
Age:
55-64
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
1-2 supplements daily
Referral source:
Family Member
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
Less than 30 days
Made No Difference,November 14, 2008
By pdbafrom Tucson, AZ
Value:
3
out of 5
Quality:
3
out of 5
Effectiveness:
1
out of 5
Satisfaction:
2
out of 5
"I bought this for my husband who has shoulder pain because I had read that it worked for joint pain. He can't tell any difference. I won't buy it again, at least for joint pain."
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Female
Duration of use:
30-60 days
NSI Pycnogenol,September 7, 2008
By pepseeguyfrom Southern California
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"I have used Pycnogenol for years. The NSI Pycnogenol is of good quality and a GREAT VALUE for the price!"
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
1-2 supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
most potent antioxident,August 17, 2008
By tomszoofrom Defiance, OH
Value:
4
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"Best quality and effective pine bark but a bit pricey. If used with the pinebark 95% (which is less expensive) it works better, longer."
Age:
55-64
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
"This product is hard to find at 100mgs. This is the best value for this great antioxidant for a 2 month supply. While effects are not physically felt. typically, there are many health benefits associated with this herb."
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
30-60 days
"I started taking this 1 month ago and my hot flashes are all but gone. In 8 yrs of trying every supplement for hot flashes this is the only one that has worked with no side effects at all. As well I would get cramps when stretching and this has stopped as well."
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
30-60 days
NO More Hot Flashes!,February 28, 2008
By linmmmfrom West Seneca, NY
"I read in the people's pharmacy that pycnogenol was good for hot flashes. It was $50 everywhere else for 30 day suppply. I take 1 tablet of 100 mg once a day and noticed I was only gettting three a day, but now that I have been taking it almost 2 months I haven't got any. I already have recommended pycnogenol, and Vita Cost.com to my friends."
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
1-2 supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
30-60 days
Too early to tell about long term benefits,November 3, 2007
By Anonymousfrom Louisville, KY
"I've been taking this for a little under a month now, and haven't felt any difference. I will let you know when I'm 125 years old whether it helped or not."
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