Policosanol & Increased Circulation

Policosanol is a mixture of eight waxy substances derived from sugarcane wax. The most important one is octacosanol which is typically 60% of the mixture. Policosanol supports normal cholesterol function by boosting the activity of an enzyme called AMP-kinase, which in turn naturally modulates HMG-CoA reductase activity (the main enzyme of natural cholesterol synthesis).*

Policosanol also supports healthy circulation in a variety of ways, including arterial health as well as promoting normal platelet function. It has a positive effect on oxygen utilization and aerobic performance, including circulation in the legs.*

The deep blue pigment of blueberries contains an antioxidant called anthocyanidins, which help to neutralize free radicals. Blueberries are one of the very best fruits providing this type of antioxidant protection. Blueberries, like policosanol, have a favorable influence on healthy circulation, promoting healthy function of the lining of arteries and platelets.*

Recently, Agnes Rimando, a researcher at the U.S. Department of Agriculture has identified a new compound in blueberries called pterostilbene (pronounced "tero-STILL-bean"). Rimando's research shows that pterostilbene has a powerful ability to