A recent clinical study found that this extract from the bark of French maritime pine trees can significantly and safely improve the symptoms of psoriasis:
www.lifeextension.com/Magazine/2015/5/New-Study-Finds-Pycnogenol-Effectively-Treats-Psoriasis/Page-01Lead study researcher, Dr. Gianni Belcaro, said that, “As a natural nuclear factor-kappa beta (NF-kb) inhibitor, Pycnogenol reduces inflammation at the onset and can act as a natural, vegetal ingredient to control inflammation, swelling, and oxidative stress.
“In this study and in several others on chronic inflammatory conditions,” said Belcaro, “Pycnogenol has shown significant clinical results and without any side effects, making it a safe, natural, alternative for those seeking relief from the symptoms of psoriasis.”...
After the 12-week trial, 80% of the Pycnogenol group decided to continue using the extract, a good indicator of their emotional reward.