The Benefit of Pyenolgenol’s Anti-Oxidant Affect on Health A Literature Review
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Authors
Barks, F.A. Jr.
Brady, David M.
Issue Date
2002-01
Type
Article
Language
en_US
Keywords
Pyenogenol , Pinus maritima , Antioxidants , Procyanadins , Free radicals , Reactive oxygen , Reactive nitrogen species , Naturopathy , Medicine
Alternative Title
Abstract
- Objective -
(1) To identify the possible health benefits of the pine bark extract Pinus maritima (pyenogenol). (2) To discuss cited research related to pyenogenol, oxidants, and antioxidants. (3) To provide the reader with a general understanding of the effects of oxidative damage and the benefits of antioxidants.
- Basic Procedures -
Literature review articles were taken from the database PUBMED. Articles chosen were those used in clinically oriented environment and pertaining to retrospective studies, peer-reviewed literature reviews and controlled studies.
Additional information was taken from a booklet entitled “All About Pyenogenol” from the Avery Publishing Group.
- Main Findings -
Antioxidants are substances found in foods, vitamins, and supplements which attack unpaired electrons (free radicals), thus decreasing the incidence of oxidative damage to the body.
Pyenogenol, an extract from the pine bark Pinus maritima, has recently gained popularity as an antioxidant. It has been studied on a limited basis for its action against the damaging effects oxidants have on the body and for its benefit as a nutritional supplement. Along with its antioxidant affect, pyenogenol is also reported to reduce inflammation and edema, protect vascular endothelial cells, and aid the immune system.
- Conclusions -
Current scientific literature suggests that pyenogenol provides exceptional antioxidant support against a myriad of conditions resulting from oxidative damage. Briefly, these conditions include cancer, diabetes, atherosclerosis, and premature aging.
Since this supplement has only been researched on a limited basis, the full spectrum of its benefits cannot be determined. Thus, further research must be conducted in order to assess its full potential benefit.
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Citation
Barks FA, Brady DM. The Benefit of Pyenolgenol’s Anti-Oxidant Affect on Health A Literature Review. Nutritional Perspectives: Journal of the Council on Nutrition. January 2002;25(1).
Publisher
Council on Nutrition of the American Chiropractic Association