How Should I Take Pine Bark Extract?

What is Pine Bark Extract?

Our Pine Bark Extract 95% OPC is derived from the Pinus Pinaster in the Mediterranean (France, Spain, and Italy) and contains at least 95% of the compounds called Oligomeric Proanthocyanidins (OPCs), an extremely potent antioxidant. The antioxidant properties of OPCs decrease over time, which means that pine bark supplement is needed to improve general health. The clearest of these signs tend to have an influence on the skin, giving it an aging appearance. Inflammatory symptoms may also mean you can benefit from pine bark.

How Should I Take Pine Bark Extract?

Pine bark extract is often taken orally in capsule form. Nevertheless, it can also be used topically. Whatever you do with it, it's best to begin with the lowest possible dose. Once you better understand how your body responds to the extract, you can gradually increase your intake. Based on the National Institutes of Health, it is safe for adults to consume 50 to 450 mg of pine bark extract per day for up to 1 year. As a skin cream, it is safe to use for about 7 days. However, as a skin powder, you can safely use it for up to 6 weeks. Although pine bark extract is considered safe for children, it should only be taken for a few weeks at a time. After a 1-to-2-week break, they can start taking it again for a few more weeks. For children suffering from ADHD, studies have shown that symptoms begin to return after about a month without maritime pine bark extract, so regular rest shouldn't reduce its effectiveness.

How Long Will It Take for Pine Bark Supplement to Work?

The timing of when a dietary supplement should be taken may depend upon several factors, including the health goals being pursued, the individual's nutritional status, and lifestyle. It may be helpful to use dietary supplements for 8 weeks to meet nutritional status.

When Should I Take Pine Bark Supplement?

The consumption time of the pine bark supplement is flexible during the day. Nevertheless, it is vital that pine bark extract is taken with food.

How Long Can I Take Pine Bark Extract?

We recommend including a short break of two to four weeks after twelve weeks of dietary supplement use. This cycle can be done repeatedly until the desired result is achieved.

Are There Any Possible Side Effects?

For most people, pine bark extract does not lead to any adverse side effects. Nevertheless, it's always a great idea to begin with a low dose, thereby you can monitor your body's response.

Possible side effects include gastrointestinal problems, vertigo, low blood sugar, irritability, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, mouth sores, urinary problems, fatigue, headache, and skin irritation.

You should avoid using pine bark extract without talking to your healthcare professional or doctor first if you: (1) are pregnant or breastfeeding; (2) have an autoimmune disease; (3) have a bleeding condition; (4) have diabetes; (5) are within 2 weeks of your scheduled surgery; (6) have liver problems ; (7) have heart disease.

You should also do further research or consult your healthcare professional or doctor before taking pine bark extract if you also take chemotherapy drugs, immunosuppressants, diabetes medications, and medications (or herbal remedies and supplements) that affect blood or clotting.

Would you like to know more about our Pine Bark Extract 95% OPC and other products? You can get this information via contacting us at april@inhealthnature.com.