1. What are the ingredients of Pycnophy?
Pycnophy contains Broccoli Powder, Tomato Powder, Pine Bark Extract and Pycnogenol®.

2. What is Broccoli Powder, Tomato Powder, Pine Bark Extract and Pycnogenol®?
Pycnogenol® (pic-noj-en-all) is the brand name for a premium herbal supplement ingredient extracted from the bark of the French maritime pine tree. That special pine bark is loaded with a concentrate of active bioflavonoids, which are also found in fresh fruits and vegetables. The extract from the pine bark is a potent blend of active compounds. Extensive research over a period of more than 35 years was dedicated to safety of Pycnogenol® and to substantiate the manifold benefits for human health of this extraordinary extract. Purity and potency of Pycnogenol® are continuously monitored and Horphag Research guarantees its constant high quality.

Broccoli is classified in the Italica cultivar group of the species Brassica oleracea. Broccoli has large flower heads, usually green in color, arranged in a tree-like fashion on branches sprouting from a thick, edible stalk. Broccoli most closely resembles cauliflower, which is a different cultivar group of the same species.

Tomato refers to both the plant (Solanum lycopersicum) and the edible, typically red, fruit which it bears. The tomato fruit is consumed in diverse ways, including raw, as an ingredient in many dishes and sauces, and in drinks. The fruit is rich in lycopene, which may have beneficial health effects.

3. Why do we need to have Broccoli Powder, Tomato Powder, Pine Bark Extract and Pycnogenol®?
The health benefits of pycnogenol® are supported by science. As one of the most potent natural scavenger of free radicals, Pycnogenol® mops-up all kinds of aggressive radicals, before they cause any damage by oxidative stress. Its super-antioxidant capabilities help boost the immune system and it strengthens blood vessel walls and capillaries. It supports a better circulation by preventing stress-induced constriction of arteries and blood clotting. Additionally the extract contains substances which act against cramps.

Broccoli contains beta carotene which helps prevent carcinogens from forming. Broccoli also contains several phytochemicals, which appear to offer us protection against certain types of cancers and heart disease. A different study showed that consumption of broccoli was strongly associated with a reduced risk of coronary heart disease death in postmenopausal women. Research suggests that broccoli is especially good for the stomach.

Health benefits of tomato have been known to mankind since ages. It is a rich source of vitamins and minerals and helps enhance cardiovascular system. It also improves eye health, good gut health, prevents hypertension, skin problems and urinary tract infections. Tomato is also a rich source of antioxidants that have been proven to be effective against many forms of cancer.

The Benefits of Pycnophy:

1. Ultra-potent antioxidant
   - Can boost the anti-oxidant effects of vitamin E by 50 times, and vitamin C by 20 times
   - Especially active in brain and blood vessels
2. Maintain healthy blood vessels
   - Supports nitric oxide(NO) synthesis, which signals smooth muscles to relax
   - Result in vasodilatation and increased blood flow
3. A strong protector against micro-wave radiation
4. Anti-aging
   - Strengthens the collagen of eyes
   - Prevents wrinkles and improves skin elasticity
5. Ultra anti-inflammatory
   - Strengthens the capillaries and prevent tissue injuries
   - Contains phenolic acids, which is anti-viral, anti-allergy and anti-inflammatory
6. Helps strengthen the prostate and cervix
   - Indole 3 –Carbinol in broccoli concenrate and lycopene in tomato concentrate can maintain healthy prostate and cervix
7. A DNA protector
   - Ultra-potent antioxidants which resist free radicals damage
   - Combined with tomato and broccoli concentrates, both have cancer-preventive properties containing Indole 3 –Carbinol and Lycopene
8. A strong capillaries protector
   - Helps strengthen the blood vessels
   - Maintains proper capillary permeability
9. Helps protect against water retention
   - Improves circulation
   - Improves varicose veins
10. Helps protect brain cells and improves cerebral blood Flow
    - Enhances Nitric oxide pathway
    - Quenches free radicals

4. Is it safe to take Pycnophy?
Pycnogenol® is one of the most researched food supplements and has passed extensive safety tests. Toxicity test results demonstrated that Pycnogenol® is safe, even at high doses for long periods of time. To date, no serious adverse side effects had been observed or reported in clinical trials.

Mild side effects as gastro-intestinal discomfort, headache, nausea and dizziness were seldom reported. Because of its astringent taste, which occasionally causes minor stomach discomfort, it is best to take Pycnogenol® with or after meals.

Pycnogenol® is certified kosher and has earned Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) status for applications in functional foods and beverages in the U.S.

5. What are the Syndromes when Lacking in Broccoli Powder, Tomato Powder, Pine Bark Extract and Pycnogenol® ?
Lacking of Broccoli Powder, Tomato Powder, Pine Bark Extract and Pycnogenol® cause the following syndromes:

• Lowers the content of nitric oxide in the blood, increase the chance of platelet aggregation and blood clot.
• Chronic venous insufficiency.
• Prone to radiation (from computer & mobile, etc.), affecting brain.
• Loosens the collagen of eyes.
• Longer the healing times, such as venous leg ulcers.
• Weakens anti-Inflammatory ability and Immune system.
• Slows down anti-Oxidative Activities.
• Increases the risk of edema.
• Increase the frequency of muscular pain.

6. Why Choose our Pycnophy Compare to the Similar Products in the Market?
Pycnophy is a powerful anti-oxidant extracted from a French natural pine bark pycnogenol® , it can boost the anti-oxidant effects of vitamin E by 50 times, and vitamin C by 20 times, especially in the brain and blood vessels.

Pycnophy works synergistically with vitamin C and E: Pycnogenol® can regenerate vitamin C into active vitamin C (which is water-soluble and dwell in water-compatible areas such as blood streams & cell interiors); it can also recycle vitamin E into active vitamin E (which is fat-soluble and dwell in fat-friendly areas, such as the brain, cell membranes & lipoproteins).

Its health benefits are amplified further with its unique complex of 40 nutritional properties, including tomato concentrate, broccoli concentrate, glucosinolates and indole carbinol. It can remain active for 72 hours in the body. Its premium antioxidants, nutrients and activation level are superior to similar products in the market. After the testing in SGS, the ORAC value of Pycnophy is far more than other similar products.

Pycnophy is suitable for the following people to consume:

• Regular computer or mobile phone users
• Those who have contacts with radiations or pollutants
• Those who want to maintain proper functioning of the brain, heart, blood vessels and liver
• Those who want to improve the health of breast glands and prostate glands
• Those who want to build stronger bones, hair and tissues, and improve skin complexion