03-May-2013 - Daily supplements of Pycnogenol, an extract from the bark of the French maritime pine, may help reduce health risk factors associated with metabolic syndrome, suggests new data from a human study.
25-Feb-2013 - The American Botanical Council has announced Pycnogenol producer Horphag Research as the recipient of its annual Varro E. Tyler Commercial Investment in Phytomedicinal Research Award.
14-Feb-2013 - Daily supplements of extracts from the bark of French Maritime Pine may help reduce the symptoms of the menopause like hot flashes and night sweats, says a new study.
07-Jun-2012 - Daily supplements of an extract from French Maritime Pine bark may boost vascular health in people with stable coronary artery disease, according to data from a gold standard randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, crossover study from Switzerland.
02-Apr-2012 - Sales of Pycnogenol, a potent antioxidant from the bark of the French maritime pine, continue to drive growth for Horphag Research, as the company’s CEO reveals double digit growth.
21-Jan-2010 - The Texas-based non-profit group, the American Botanical Council, has published its fourth paid-for proprietary monograph for the versatile maritime pine bark extract, Pycnogenol.
12-Jan-2010 - Supplements of French maritime pine bark extract may reduce the intensity and duration of haemorrhoidal pain and bleeding, says a new study.
03-Dec-2009 - Supplements of French maritime pine bark extract may improve the flow of blood in the tiny blood vessels of the retina, and enhance sight in diabetics with early stage eye problems, says a new study.
18-Mar-2008 - A new study indicates that the flavonol Pycnogenol can help improve memory in the elderly - findings the researchers say support putative benefits of antioxidants for cognitive function.
09-Mar-2007 - A new study examining the potential of Pycnogenol to reduce endometriosis has yielded positive results, building the data to support the antioxidant pine extract's use in addressing the condition.
10-Oct-2006 - Beverages represent one of the most interesting categories for Pycnogenol outside of supplements, as formulators are seeking to add value to established product lines and deliver healthy ingredients in convenient formats.
13-Jul-2006 - A new study has shown Pycnogenol to be more effective than a conventional drug in reducing the symptoms of chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), adding to 35 years of research into the benefits of the antioxidant derived from French pine bark.