[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

We we review multiple In-Vitro studies confirming the potential of Grape Seed extract no only helping to remineralize dentin, but remineralize the enamel itself.

Citations Cited:

J Dent. 2008 Nov;36(11):900-6. doi: 10.1016/j.jdent.2008.07.011. Epub 2008 Sep 25.
In vitro remineralization effects of grape seed extract on artificial root caries.
J Nutr. 2009 Sep; 139(9): 1818S–1823S.doi: 10.3945/jn.109.107854 PMCID: PMC2728698
Grape Products and Oral Health1–3
Shanghai Kou Qiang Yi Xue. 2015 Feb;24(1):18-22.
[In vitro remineralization effect of grape seed extract on artificial dentin caries].
J Appl Oral Sci. 2015 May-Jun; 23(3): 302–309. doi: 10.1590/1678-775720140304 PMCID: PMC4510665
Effectiveness of plant-derived proanthocyanidins on demineralization on enamel and dentin under artificial cariogenic challenge
J Dent Res. 2017 Apr;96(4):406-412. doi: 10.1177/0022034516680586. Epub 2016 Dec 7.
Biostability of the Proanthocyanidins-Dentin Complex and Adhesion Studies

Vegetable Tikka Masala is a delicious sweet, spicy, tangy and creamy combination with colorful assorted vegetables. . It is a famous Indian Curry which is easy to prepare and bursting with Flavors.

Ingredients-
Gravy-
2 chopped onions
3 chopped tomatoes
2 tsp of ginger garlic paste
2 tbsp cashew nut
3 cardamom, cinnamon sticks , 3 cloves and 4 Peppercorns
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
2 tsp red chilli powder
2 tsp coriander powder
1 tsp cumin powder
fennel powder
coriander leaves
1/2 cup of fresh cream
Dried Fenugreek leaves
cumin and mustard seeds
Oil
whole red chili
Bay leaf
1 /4 tsp Asafoetida

Vegetables-
3 cups of boiled/ steamed mix vegetables (
carrots ,french beans, caulifliower,babycorn,potato)
1 cup of chopped capsicum and red bell pepper.
Add vegetables of your choice
100 gms paneer Pieces
1/2 cup frozen green Peas

How to make it-
1) In a pan add oil,cardamom,cinnamon,cloves,cashew nut, ginger garlic paste, chopped onions, tomatoes and and let it cook for 5-10 mins. Cool and blend it to a smooth puree .
2) In a pan add oil, cumin, mustard seeds, red chilies. Roast for few secs.
3) Add the spices red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder,fennel powder and roast until You get a nice aroma of the spices. For around 1 min.
4) Add the capsicum , red bell pepper and the prepared puree and cover with a lid and cook for around 7-8 Mins.
5) Next add in the dried fenugreek leaves, coriander leaves, fresh cream and simmer for around 2 mins.
5) Add all the steamed vegetables, Paneer and green Peas and cook for around 5-6 Mins so that the vegetables absorb the flavours of the spices and the gravy.
4) Serve it hot with Naan or Roti or Rice.