[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

A brief description of my post workout meal.

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We wanted to make a quick and fun little blog about one of our favourite homemade plant based snacks. This is something we have been making this summer that keeps us fuelled through long shoot days, hikes, or even as a healthy mid day treat. Packed with protein and only natural ingredients, these vegan balls will have you ball crazy in no time!

RECIPE:

Vegan Chocolate Coconut/Truffle Protein Balls:

Ingredients:

1/2 cup Raw Almonds & Cashews (natural)

1/2 cup Sunflower and Pumpkin Seeds (raw)

1/4 tsp Sea Salt

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp Maca Powder

1/4 cup Cacoa Powder

1 cup Dates (pitted)

3 tbsp water

1/4 cup Cacao Nibs

* Shredded unsweetened coconut and cacao powder left for the topping at the end.

Directions:

1. In a food processor, grind nuts until they’re finely ground.

2. Pulse in cacao, vanilla extract, maca and salt.

3. Add the chopped dates and water until all the ingredients are blended nicely into a dough mixture. Add cacao nibs.

4. Roll the dough into balls

5. Roll the balls in shredded coconut or cacao powder.

5. Place balls in the freezer or fridge and freeze for at least 30 min then serve!

Enjoy!

Mark and Juliana X

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