[Latin Name]  Pinus pinaster.

[Specification] OPC ≥ 95%

[Appearance] Red brown fine powder

Plant Part Used: Bark

[Particle size] 80Mesh

[Loss on drying] ≤5.0%

[Heavy Metal] ≤10PPM

[Storage] Store in cool & dry area, keep away from the direct light and heat.

[Shelf life] 24 Months

[Package] Packed in paper-drums and two plastic-bags inside.

[Net weight] 25kgs/drum

[What is Pine bark?]

Pine bark, botanical name Pinus pinaster, is a maritime pine native to southwest France that also grows in countries along the western Mediterranean.  Pine bark contains a number of beneficial compounds that are extracted from the bark in a way that doesn’t destroy or damage the tree.

[How does it work?]

What gives pine bark extract its notoriety as a powerful ingredient and super antioxidant is that it’s loaded with oligomeric proanthocyanidin compounds, OPCs for short. The same ingredient can be found in grape seeds, the skin of peanuts and witch hazel bark. But what makes this miracle ingredient so amazing?

While OPCs found in this extract are mostly known for their antioxidant-producing benefits, these amazing compounds exude antibacterial, antiviral, anticarcinogenic, anti-aging, anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic properties. Pine bark extract can help reduce muscle soreness and may help improve conditions relating to poor circulation, high blood pressure, osteoarthritis, diabetes, ADHD, female reproductive issues, skin, erectile dysfunction, eye disease and sports stamina.

Seems like it must be pretty amazing, but let’s look closer. The list goes on a bit further, as the OPCs in this extract may “inhibit lipid peroxidation, platelet aggregation, capillary permeability and fragility, and to affect enzyme systems,” which basically means it may be a natural treatment for many serious health conditions, such as stroke and heart disease.

[Function]

1. Lowers Glucose Levels, Improving Diabetic Symptoms
2. Helps Prevent Hearing Loss and Balance
3. Staves Off Infections
4. Protects the Skin from Ultraviolet Exposure
5. Decreases Erectile Dysfunction
6. Reduces Inflammation
7.  Helps Increase Athletic Performance

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I used the recipe by Feasting On Fruit and added a different filling.
Her video is here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kx-Xeifpt-8

*Cranberry Newtons*
Dough Wet Ingredients, In blender put:
14 pitted dates
1/4 cup orange juice
1/2 teaspoon orange zest
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Blend and set aside.
Mix Dough Dry Ingredients:
1 3/4 flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Mix then add the wet ingredients to dry. Mix until dough is formed
adding flour as needed so dough is not so sticky.
Roll dough into ball, wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate at least
1 hour.
Cranberry Filling:
In a saucepan add:
2 cups fresh cranberries
1/2 cup water
Bring to boil, reduce heat cover and simmer 15-20 minutes
or until cranberries are soft. Cool.
Use immersion blender and mash a little.
Add:
1 cup orange juice
1/4 cup applesauce
1/4 cup sugar (i used coconut) plus more to taste
1/4 cup ground chia seeds or other thickener such as
ground flaxseeds, cornstarch, potato starch.

Roll dough into 1/4 inch thick rectangle between two sheets of waxed paper. Remove top sheet of waxed paper and flour it to prevent sticking and replace it on the dough, Flip dough and remove this piece of waxed paper and discard it.
Cut the dough into quarters. Add cooled filling to half each of the dough pieces leaving an edge and fold over and pinch dough together forming a newton roll.
Bake at 350 degrees F. for 15-20 minutes or until done.
Cut each log into 3 or 4 pieces. Makes 9 to 12 cookies.

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In this episode of Warrior Nutrition we, will take a look at the awesome pumpkin seeds. This make a great choice for any athlete or martial artist to add to their diet.

Pumpkin seeds pack a powerful boost of calcium, magnesium and protein to help you build muscle and bone density and recover faster from workouts.