Effectiveness Rating for Pine Bark Extract's Ability to Increase HDL (good) Cholesterol Levels

The effectiveness rating is a measure of how well pine bark extract is able to increase HDL (good) cholesterol levels. The overall rating for this claim is 2 out of 3. There is some research showing the supplement's ability to deliever on this particular claim is warranted. Using Pine Bark Extract to increase HDL (good) cholesterol levels may lead to positive results.

Confidence Rating for Pine Bark Extract's Ability to Increase HDL (good) Cholesterol Levels

The confidence rating is a mesure of how valid the effectiveness rating is. This rating is based on how many studies are included in the database on this topic.

There is one study in the database on pine bark extract; the confidence rating is 20. A score above 80 means the effectiveness rating for this supplement is reliable. A score under 80 means there is insufficient evidence to ensure a reliable effectiveness rating.

Pine Bark Extract Dose to Increase HDL (good) Cholesterol Levels

Dosage Frequency Daily Total Effectiveness Rating of Dosage
150mg once daily 150mg

References

Title of Study
Supplementation with a pine bark extract rich in polyphenols increases plasma antioxidant capacity and alters the plasma lipoprotein profile