Chemicals in our environment, things in the food that we eat and even byproducts of reactions in our bodies put more stress on our body than it needs. That's why antioxidants are so important: they neutralize damaging chemicals called free radicals. Nature's Way Pycnogenol is a rich antioxidant isolated from the bark of the European coastal pine.The key components of Pycnogenol are called proanthocyanidins, which are also found in red wine and may be the key to red wine's health benefits. Proanthocyanidins help stabilize the connective tissue that supports your muscles, joints, organs, and blood vessels. Pycnogenol has also been shown in scientific studies to support heart health by strengthening blood vessels and helping oxygen delivery to cells. Prevention is the best treatment and Nature's Way Pycogenol's antioxidant power will help prevent problems before they start, helping your heart and your whole body stay healthy.