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Brand: Now Foods
Located in: Supplements, Heart Health
Description:NOW Policosanol is a blend of long-chain fatty alcohols (LCFA) derived from sugar cane, a superior source of these natural plant waxes. Non-clinical studies have shown that the fatty alcohol constituents in Policosanol possess considerable antioxidant activity, can protect serum lipids against free radical attack and support healthy immune function. Policosanol can support cardiovascular health through these and other mechanisms.The Inside Scoop:Serving Size: 1 VcapContains no: salt, yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, shellfish or preservatives. Vegetarian/Vegan Product.Ingredient Details:Policosanol (from Sugar Cane) 20 mg* Artichoke Extract (Cynara scolymus) 100 mg* (Leaf) (min. 2% Cynarin) Milk Thistle Extract (Silybum marianum) 100 mg* (Fruit/Seeds) (min. 80% Silymarin) Alpha Lipoic Acid 50 mg* Grape Seed Extract (Vitis vinifera) 30 mg* (min. 90% Total Polyphenols)Vegetable Polysaccharide (capsule), Maltodextrin, Organic Brown Rice Flour, Magnesium Stearate (vegetable source) and Silica.Suggested Use:As a dietary supplement, take one Vcap 1 to 2 times daily, preferably with meals.Warnings:Store in a cool, dry place. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
My mother will not take statins!!!
By John RPH
from Southampton,Pa. on 9/30/2008
from Southampton,Pa. on 9/30/2008
Pros:
Excellent for Cholesterol, No Side Effects, Simple To Take
Cons:
none
Best Uses:
Long-Term Use
Describe Yourself:
Health Conscious, Medical Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
I have been given Policosanol to my mother for approximately 5 years and it has controlled her LDL cholesterol and Total cholesterol, this brand from NOW foods is derived from sugar cane which is the extract that you want, because the sugar cane policosanol has good research to support its use.