Feb 27 2010
Procyanidins Benefit Microcirculation in Early Diabetic Retinopathy
A new study now reports that pine bark extract (which contains procyanidins) may extend vision-saving benefits to diabetics with early stage retinopathy by improving retinal blood flow and inducing regression of edema.
It is estimated that between 40 and 50% of Americans diagnosed with diabetes already have some stage of diabetic retinopathy, according to the National Institutes of Health.
Reference: Steigerwalt R, et al. Pycnogenol® improves microcirculation, retinal edema, and visual acuity in early diabetic retinopathy. J Ocular Pharmacol Therap 25:537-40, 2009.
Editor’s Note: For an excellent whole food eye formula with Pine Bark Extract, see Dr. Grossman’s Advanced Eye and Vision Support
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