[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

Berry Smoothie Bowl

Start your day with a taste of summer!

Serves 2

Ingredients:
Smoothie Bowl:
2 cups (500 mL) almond milk (or other nut milk)
2 cups (500 mL) frozen blueberries
1 ripe banana
2 Tbsp (30 mL) chia seeds
1 tsp (5 mL) maca powder
1 scoop raw vegan protein powder
Toppings: rawnola, goji berries, chia seeds, sliced banana and blueberries

Rawnola:
2 cups (500 mL) raw oats
1/3 cup (75 mL) sunflower seeds, soaked 8 hours
1/3 cup (75 mL) pumpkin seeds, soaked 8 hours
1 cup (250 mL) chopped dried fruit (any mix of dried cherries, blueberries or
cranberries)
2/3 cup (150 mL) agave
1/2 cup (125 mL) pitted dates
1 Tbsp (15 mL) coconut oil
1 vanilla bean
Sea salt

Method:
If you’re making the rawnola as one of your smoothie bowl toppings, you’ll want to be sure to make this first.
To make the rawnola, first soak your sunflower seeds and pumpkin seeds for about 8 hours.
Mix the raw oats, seeds and chopped dried fruit together in a bowl.
In a food processor, combine the agave, dates, coconut oil, vanilla bean and sea salt until smooth.
Pour over dry ingredients and mix them well.
Dehydrate the rawnola at 105ºF for about 12 hours.
Once ready, break up the rawnola into pieces.
Refrigerate until ready to use.
To make the smoothie bowl, blend all ingredients until smooth.
The smoothie should be quite thick, so if needed, you may need to add more frozen blueberries until you reach your desired consistency.
Pour in a bowl and decorate with your toppings.
Enjoy!