St. John's Wort (Leaves & Flowers) USA (Hypericum perforatum)
3% Hypericin
It can so improve one's attitude, that in ancient tradition, it was thought to ward off evil. Phytonutrients hypericin and pseudo-hypericin inhibit enveloped viruses. Reduces anxiety, depression and feelings of worthlessness. Inspires ambition, careful thought and positive attitude. Useful in ulcers, menstrual cramps, correcting irregular menstruation, nightmares/restless sleep, bed-wetting, wound and burn healing. Kidney and urinary tonic. Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory. Expels excess bronchial mucous. Helps the body dissolve and remove congealed blood from bruises and injuries.
Flavonoids & Tannins - Quercetin, Hyperoside, Rutin & Catechins, Anthraquinones including the Glycoside Pseudohypericin, plus Xanthrones, Monoterpenes, Sesquiterpenes & Beta Sitosterol.
Pycnogenols (Grape Seed, Grape Skin, Persimmon & Pine Bark) (See also Cranberry and Bilberry) France, Italy, Germany & USA Also referred to as: Proanthocyanicides, Proanthocyanidins, Oligomeric Proanthocyanidins (OPCs), Proanthocyanidolic Oligomers (PCOs), Anthocyanicides, Anthocyanidins.
Many times the antioxidant power of vitamins C & E. Important for cellular longevity. Pycnogenols are a class of bioflavonoid phytonutrients found in many plants and fruits. Each source offers slight variances in advantage for particular uses. Benefits include overall youthful well-being, dramatically improved utilization of vitamin C, increased energy and capillary strength, decreased allergic reactions and reduced recovery time from illness, stress or exertion. Super-synergist with vitamin C, bioflavonoids and bilberry anthocyanidins for collagen synthesis for reduced skin wrinkles and firm youthful over all structure. Especially valuable antioxidant for protection of brain tissue and preservation of youthful mental activity.