Info: 90 Veg. Capsules (20 mg)
Policosanol has been shown to increase platelet function and provide antioxidant protection to support cardiovascular health. NOW Foods Policosanol vegetarian capsules are also formulated with artichoke, milk thistle, alpha lipoic acid, and grape seed that aid to support liver function, protect against free radical damage, and promote cardiovascular health.
Info: 90 Veg. Capsules (20 mg)
Policosanol has been shown to increase platelet function and provide antioxidant protection to support cardiovascular health. NOW Foods Policosanol vegetarian capsules are also formulated with artichoke, milk thistle, alpha lipoic acid, and grape seed that aid to support liver function, protect against free radical damage, and promote cardiovascular health.
Product Notes:
Taking care of your heart is a life-long journey. However over time, cholesterol and other lipids can accumulate in your body and can put you at risk for developing cardiovascular disease.
Policosanol is a blend of long-chain fatty alcohols that is derived from sugar cane. Studies suggest that policosanol aids to decrease cholesterol production in the liver, as well as increases the breakdown of low-density lipoprotein (LDL or "bad") cholesterol in the body.
Ingredients:
Each capsule contains:
Policosanol (from Sugar Cane wax): 20 mg
Grape seed (Vitis vinifera L.): 30 mg
Artichoke (Cynara scolymus L) Leaves: 100 mg
Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum L) Seeds: 100 mg
Alpha Lipoic Acid: 50 mg
Other Ingredients: Vegetable Polysaccharide (capsule), Maltodextrin, Rice Flour, Magnesium Stearate (vegetable source) and Silica. Contains soy derivative.
Suggested Usage:
Adults: Take 1 capsule, 1-2 times daily with meals.
Warnings:
Do not use policosanol supplements if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; or if you are allergic to plants of the Asteraceae/Compositae/Daisy family; and/or if you have active renal disease, diagnosed neoplastic disease, unstable angina, severe hypertension, bile duct obstruction; or while taking anti-diabetic drugs, or if you are undergoing chemotherapy.
Consult a healthcare practitioner prior to using policosanol supplements if you have impaired liver function, gallstones or if you are taking anti-coagulants (such as warfarin), or anti-platelet drugs (such as acetylsalicylic acid, ASA). If diarrhea persists, consult a health care practitioner.
May cause dizziness, fatigue, constipation, increased flatulence, diarrhea, muscle cramps, nausea and abdominal pain. Hypersensitivity, such as allergy, has been known to occur, in which case, discontinue use.
Health Canada Natural Product Number: 80016090.