NOW Foods Policosanol, 20mg
NOW Foods Policosanol 20mg is a capsule supplement made from naturally occurring plant waxes, offered for those who want this ingredient on its own in a simple daily format.
Key features
- 20mg of policosanol per serving, as stated on the label
- Policosanol is made up of long-chain fatty alcohols (LCFAs)
- LCFAs occur naturally in plant waxes
- Described by the brand as an extra strength product compared with its regular version
- Supplied in vegetarian capsules
Taking it as a capsule gives a measured, consistent amount without any preparation, and the capsule format is easy to fit into an existing supplement routine. Check the pack for serving guidance before use.
Available in a bottle of 90 vcaps.
Serving information
| Container size | 90 vcaps |
| Serving size | 1 Veg Capsule |
| Servings per container | 90 |
Amounts per serving
| Ingredient | Recommended daily dose (1 Veg Capsule) |
|---|---|
| Policosanol (from Sugar Cane) | 20 mg |
| Artichoke Extract (Cynara scolymus) (Leaf) (min. 2% Caffeoylquinic Acids as Cynarins) | 100 mg |
| Milk Thistle Extract (Silyoum marianum) (Fruit/Seeds) (Standardized to 80 mg Silymarin Flavonoids - equivalent 80%) | 100 mg |
| Alpha Lipoic Acid | 50 mg |
| Grape Seed Extract (Vitis vinifera) (Standardized for Polyphenols) | 30 mg |
Ingredients
Policosanol (from Sugar Cane), Artichoke Extract (Cynara scolymus) (Leaf) (min. 2% Caffeoylquinic Acids as Cynarins), Milk Thistle Extract (Silybum marianum) (Fruit/Seeds) (Standardized to 80 mg Silymarin Flavonoids - equivalent 80%), Alpha Lipoic Acid, Grape Seed Extract (Vitis vinifera) (Standardized for Polyphenols), Vegetable Polysaccharide (capsule), Rice Maltodextrin (contains mixed tocopherols from soy), Rice Flour, Magnesium Stearate (vegetable source) and Silica. Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.
Recommended use
Take 1 capsule 1 to 2 times daily, preferably with food.
Suitability / allergen information
- 2% Caffeoylquinic Acids as Cynarins), Milk Thistle Extract (Silybum marianum) (Fruit/Seeds) (Standardized to 80 mg Silymarin Flavonoids - equivalent 80%), Alpha Lipoic Acid, Grape Seed Extract (Vitis vinifera) (Standardized for Polyphenols), Vegetable Polysaccharide (capsule), Rice Maltodextrin (contains mixed tocopherols from soy), Rice Flour, Magnesium Stearate (vegetable source) and Silica.
- Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients.
- Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.
Allergens are shown in bold in the ingredients.
Warnings and storage
For adults only. Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication (especially antiplatelet, anticoagulant drugs, aspirin, or NSAIDs), or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children.
Country of origin: United States of America. Information taken from the UK product label; always read the label on the pack before use.
Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
