Antioxidants keep free radicals in check by either
Free radicals are atoms or groups of atoms that contain an unpaired electron and are therefore unstable and highly reactive.
In a process called oxidation, free radicals steal electrons from other compounds — fats, protein, cell membranes, and even DNA; altering the structure of the affected molecule.
Free radicals in small and controlled quantities may not be a major concern. However, an excessive amount in your body can lead to premature ageing.
Harmful blue light (from mobile devices, laptop, TV) induces free radical production, penetrating both eyes and skin.
Stress causes hormonal changes, which in turn produces free radicals.
Sun exposure generates free radicals that age the skin, causing roughness and wrinkles.
Processed food contains oxidised fats, increasing free radicals in our body.
Tobacco smoke contains many toxic chemicals and free radicals — one puff of cigarette causes up to 1 quadrillion free radicals.
Alcohol consumption produces free radicals that impair the body's normal defences.
Excessive glucose stimulates the production of free radicals in our body.
Haze carries a bulk of free radicals like carbon monoxide, sulphur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide.
Skin inflammation (i.e. acne) produces free radicals. Our skin naturally produces hydrogen peroxide to attack the inflammation.
Cells naturally produce free radicals as a by-product of metabolism.
Free radicals are also associated with chronic and degenerative illnesses such as autoimmune disorder, cataract, rheumatoid arthritis, cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease and many others. Luckily for us, the human body has a defence system of antioxidants to fight against free radical damage.
Plant-based foods such as fruits, vegetables, nuts, and whole grains are rich sources of naturally occurring antioxidants. Other well-known antioxidants include Beta-carotene, Lutein, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Lycopene and Selenium.
Best
Antioxidant-rich
Foods
Berries
Blueberries and strawberries are
excellent sources of an antioxidant
called anthocyanin
2 - 2 ½ cups per day*
Broccoli
Contains more Vitamin C than
an orange and more calcium
than a glass of milk
1 - 1 ½ cups per day*
Cherries
High in two inflammation-fighting
phytochemicals - anthocyanin
and quercetin
1 cup per day*
Corn
Contains zeaxanthin, an
antioxidant that helps to
protect your eyes
2 ½ cups per day*
Garlic
Helps manage healthy pressure
and cholesterol, and remove
heavy metals from the body
2 - 4 cloves per day*
Green Tea
Loaded with antioxidants and
nutrients that may lower
the risk of cancer
2 - 3 cups per day*
Peaches
Rich in lutein, which keeps your
heart, skin and eyes healthy
1 large peach per day*
Tomatoes
Contains lycopene, which is more
potent in cooked tomatoes
½ cup per day*
Spinach
Rich in lutein, an antioxidant that
helps to protect your eyes
1 cup per day*
Due to the busy lives we lead, it is not an easy task to prepare and consume these foods daily. A convenient way to ensure that we are getting suffcient antioxidants from our diet or taking high-quality antioxidants is to consume antioxidant supplements.
Pine Bark Extract is a super antioxidant that is loaded with oligomeric proanthocyanidin compounds (OPCs). OPCs are powerful substances that cannot be manufactured synthetically. The molecules are found mainly in the woody part of plants.
BENEFITS OF PINE BARK EXTRACT
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Pine bark extract offers many amazing benefits and there are currently many available in the market. However, not all are made the same, and there's only one original.
THE ORIGINAL SINCE 1953
LAC MASQUELIER's® French Pine Bark Extract with Original OPCs is the world’s first, widely researched and scientifically proven OPC that combines a unique and rich complex of oligomeric proanthocyanidin compounds and essential phytonutrients.
Discovered decades ago by Professor Jack Masquelier, he identified and extracted the source of effective capillary strengthening in the husk of French pine trees. The precise extract known as Flavan® is still considered so potent that it continues to be produced under strict control by the French Ministry of Health for its remarkable health benefits.
HISTORY OF LAC MASQUELIER’S® FRENCH PINE BARK EXTRACT
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Extracted from the husk of French pine trees pinus maritima |
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Founded by scientist and Professor Jack Masquelier. The Seal of Authenticity is a guarantee that the MASQUELIER's® ingredients have been verified by CPA (Complex Phytonutrient Authentication). |
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Awarded the first patent for method to produce unique extract from bark of French maritime pine tree. |
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Eight more patents were awarded in relation to both ingredients in this product. |
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More than 65 years of ongoing scientific research to ensure the highest level of quality and consistent health benefits |
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LAC MASQUELIER’s® OPC Originals undergo CPA – one of the world’s most accurate quality control methods |
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Neutralises free radicals and slows down the ageing process |
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Although ageing is an irreversible and inevitable process, you can take steps to live life to the fullest whatever your age. The art of living is to maintain a healthy body and mind so that you can make the most of every day. |
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Studies have shown LAC MASQUELIER's® French Pine Bark Extract with Original OPCs to be 20 times more powerful than vitamin C and 50 times more powerful than vitamin E as an antioxidant. |
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It improves resistance to infections and allow us to have better management of symptoms related to allergy, effectively supporting our immune system. This in turn slows down the natural ageing process, and lessen the risk factors for many common diseases. |
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Every organ, muscle and tissue in our body is fueled by
nutrients from our blood, and good blood circulation is a
precondition of good health. LAC MASQUELIER’s® OPCs
Originals promotes healthy microcirculation, which assists
nutrient and oxygen delivery throughout the body, providing
support for the heart and all vital organs.
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LAC MASQUELIER's® French Pine Bark Extract with Original OPCs help ensure that our nutrient delivery system stay open, strong and supple so that oxygen and nutrients keep flowing to the organs that need them to stay healthy. |
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At the same time, LAC MASQUELIER's® French Pine Bark Extract with Original OPCs help ensure harmful toxins and wastes continue to flow harmlessly out of our bloodstream and prevent excessive build-up. |
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Collagen levels normally diminish over time through premature ageing and free radical damage. The powerful antioxidant protection of the LAC MASQUELIER's® OPCs with Original OPCs protect the body from free radical damage , maintaining the collagen levels. |
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By maintaining collagen levels, our blood vessel system is also well supported! |
LAC MASQUELIER’s® French Pine Bark Extract (25 vegitabs)
As a dietary supplement, take 1-2 tablets per day with water or fruit juice before meals, or at least 1 tablet for every 100lb (45 kg) of body weight.
Each tablet provides 100mg MASQUELIER’s® Original OPCs + FRENCH PINE BARK EXTRACT (85% actives; monomeric and oligomeric forms of flavanols and polyphenols).
Microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate. Certified free of yeast, wheat, corn, milk, egg, soy, gluten, animal derivatives, sugar, starch, artificial colouring and preservatives.
Store in a cool, dry place.
Suitable for vegetarians.
Manufactured in the Netherlands.
Personally Because it Works and Shows Good Results.
Keep me from falling sick from flu and cough
I have tried many anti-oxidant supplements but this suits me best.
