Description
Scutellaria baicalensis: Baicalin √ Scutellaria baicalensis is extracted from the root of Skullcap ( Scutellaria baicalensis ), obtained through an eco-responsible extraction process. √ Concentrated to more than 85% baicalin, the active compound closely linked to the plant's benefits, i.e. more than 425mg per 500mg capsule, with no excipients. What are Skullcap and Baicalin? The Skullcap from Lake Baikal ( Scutellaria baicalensis ), also known as "baical skullcap" or Huang Qin in Chinese tradition, which has used its dried root for a thousand years. It is traditionally used for its stimulating and regulating action. Its ancestral use has shown that decoctions of Skullcap root were more effective than those of leaves or whole plants. Subsequently, scientific analyses have shown that the active compounds are found in high concentration in the roots. The main active compound of this plant, the subject of numerous scientific studies, is a flavonoid: the baicalin . It is a powerful natural antioxidant , in the same way as quercetin, able to circulate in the plasma and interact with the body, particularly at the joint level. Baicalin can also activate GABAA receptors, a neurotransmitter involved in the regulation of brain activity . Studies are also being conducted to clarify its positive role in the function and structure of mitochondria. The benefits of Skullcap and baicalin √ Natural antioxidant that helps protect cells and tissues such as collagen against oxidative stress and premature ageing. √ Contributes to good joint health by maintaining joint mobility and flexibility and protecting tendons.