FOOD SUPPLEMENTS: THEIR EFFECTS ON THE BODY Version 6.02 (c) Copyright 1998, 2001, 2002, 2003 by George M Lucich P.O. Box 424, Glenns Ferry, ID 83623 PROANTHOCYANIDINE 50 to 300 mg a day Bioflavonoids sold under Pycnogenol and Adoxynol trade names. First reported use in 1543 by Quebec Indians to save crew of French ship. Claims: blocks accumulation of cholesterol, prevents cancer, improves skin texture and elasticity, anti-inflammatory agent, antioxidant, potentiates vitamin C, reduces capillary fragility, diabetes, allergies, arthritis, and protects against cataracts. Found in plums, tart cherries, blueberries, cranberries, fruits, vegetables and grapeseeds. See quercetin, vitamin p. Cranberries delayed onset of tumors in mice genetically engineered to produce tumors. (Science News: 5-6-00) For personal use only. Not for sale or hire. Permission to make copies by you for you and your friends is hereby granted. If you find this site to be of value a donation of any amount would be greatly appreciated. You are advised to consult a knowledgeable physician before using any of the nutrients listed herein. See note 10 for information on obtaining a list of this rare breed of medical doctors. |
FOOD SUPPLEMENTS: THEIR EFFECTS ON THE BODY Version 6.02 (c) Copyright 1998, 2001, 2002, 2003 by George M Lucich P.O. Box 424, Glenns Ferry, ID 83623 PROANTHOCYANIDINE 50 to 300 mg a day Bioflavonoids sold under Pycnogenol and Adoxynol trade names. First reported use in 1543 by Quebec Indians to save crew of French ship. Claims: blocks accumulation of cholesterol, prevents cancer, improves skin texture and elasticity, anti-inflammatory agent, antioxidant, potentiates vitamin C, reduces capillary fragility, diabetes, allergies, arthritis, and protects against cataracts. Found in plums, tart cherries, blueberries, cranberries, fruits, vegetables and grapeseeds. See quercetin, vitamin p. Cranberries delayed onset of tumors in mice genetically engineered to produce tumors. (Science News: 5-6-00) For personal use only. Not for sale or hire. Permission to make copies by you for you and your friends is hereby granted. If you find this site to be of value a donation of any amount would be greatly appreciated. You are advised to consult a knowledgeable physician before using any of the nutrients listed herein. See note 10 for information on obtaining a list of this rare breed of medical doctors. |
