The pathologic hallmark of the disease is recurrent, widespread, and diverse vascular lesions. Lupus (SLE) is not a rare disorder. Although reported at both extremes of life (e.g. diagnosed in infants and in the tenth decade of life) chiefly it affects women of child bearing age. Among children, SLE occurs three times more commonly in females than in males.
Definition of phytonutrient. : a bioactive plant-derived compound (as resveratrol) associated with positive health effects.
Pycnogenol is a liquid that is extracted from the bark of the Maritime Pine tree-a tree that is native to France, but also found in other parts of the world. It has been used for decades as an active ingredient in a wide variety of vitamin and mineral blends, as well as a vast array of dietary supplements.