Of particular importance is the flavonoid content of the cranberry, including anthocyanins and proanthocyanidins. These natural compounds exert powerful antioxidant effects that can reduce oxidative stress. Recent clinical data suggest that the proanthocyanidins found only in cranberries also possess unique molecular features that specifically promote urinary system health.

In a significant advance, Life Extension has identified a unique compound available overseas but little-known in the United States that provides a synergistic complement to the whole cranberry's phytonutrient profile. UTIRose is derived from Hibiscus sabdariffa, a species native to Europe, Asia, and Africa. Scientific analysis has shown that this species' flower and calyx (the green floral envelope surrounding the blossom) are rich in active polyphenols, including flavonoids, sambubiosides, and proanthocyanidins. Of special importance is a flavonoid found in Hibiscus sabdariffa called gossypetin (3,5,7,8,3,'4'-hexahydroxy flavone), which has been shown to provide support for urinary system health.

Next-Generation For Life Extension uses a unique, patented process in the manufacture of Optimized Cran-Max with UTIRose. Each daily serving supplies the complete phenolic profile of the whole cranberry plus hibiscus polyphenols in a standardized, highly absorbable, concentrated form. The suggested daily amount of Cran-Max in this formula alone (500 mg) was demonstrated to provide the anthocyanin equivalent of seven 8 oz glasses of Ocean Spra Cranberry Juice Cocktail.

Directions: Take one capsule twice daily with or without food, or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner.

Ingredients: 1 vegetarian capsule supplies:
Cranberry whole fruit concentrate 250 mg
Ellirose™ hibiscus extract (flower, calyx) [std. to 45% total phenolics] 100 mg
Other ingredients: vegetable cellulose (capsule), microcrystalline cellulose, vegetable stearate, silica, magnesium hydroxide.
Non-GMO
Cran-Max® and Bio-Shield® are registered trademarks of Pharmachem Laboratories, Inc. Ellirose™ is a trademark of Naturex, Inc.
Each capsule contains hibiscus polyphenols and a complete cranberry concentrate with OPCs, anthocyanins, and antioxidants, which provides the same benefits as drinking 28 ounces of cranberry juice cocktail, but without the calories.

Warning: Avoid use during pregnancy