Antioxidant support. 50 mg per capsule. Nutritional supplement. Pycnogenol - a natural superantioxidant. Experience the full body benefits of Swanson Pycnogenol. This patented pine extract , rich in antioxidants, has been widely researched and decades of research confirm its benefits for many systems and functions throughout the body. It was discovered that pycnogenol has significant benefits for perimenopausal and menopausal women including reduced feelings of anxiety and fatigue as well as discomfort and night disturbances. It also promotes healthy cognitive function and attention in students and working adults. New research shows that pycnogenol may promote the production of nitric oxide (NO), which in turn sends a signal to the smooth muscles of the arteries to relax and maintain healthy circulation and also provides comfort for the feet which leads to more restful sleep. It also shows potential for maintaining healthy blood pressure levels already within normal limits. Pycnogenol obtained from the bark of the French maritime pine is a water-soluble antioxidant flavonoid extract with highly bioavailable procyanidins catechins taxifolins. and a wide range of phenolic acids. Providing the optimal combination of these valuable flavonoids in one concentrated supplement Pycnogenol helps the body fight environmental stress protecting vital collagen structures in blood vessels skin and joint tissues from the harmful effects of free radicals.