[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

“In Search of the (Membrane) Holy Grail: A 20-Year Journey”

Mark Benjamin
Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Washington

ABSTRACT: Natural organic matter (NOM) is universally recognized as a major foulant of membranes used for drinking water treatment. The fouling has been attributed to adsorption of NOM in membrane pores and/or to formation of a gel layer that covers the membrane surface. Colloids, humics, and polysaccharides have each been implicated as major contributors to this fouling material. Most efforts to reduce the impact of this fouling have focused on pretreatment with conventional coagulants or powdered activated carbon.
We have developed a new micron-sized, granular adsorbent by mild heating of aluminum hydroxide and demonstrated that it can adsorb NOM rapidly and more efficiently than conventional additives. In addition, a cake layer of the new adsorbent imposes very little hydraulic resistance. As a result, when these adsorbents are used as the media for precoat filtration, a substantial portion of the NOM can be removed from the feed with only a few seconds of contact time, thereby reducing DBP formation potential and also dramatically reducing the fouling of downstream membranes. Our recent research has focused identifying the chemical characteristics of the fouling fraction of the NOM, on ways to efficiently backwash the adsorbents off of the support material after their capacity to collect the contaminants has been exhausted, and on regeneration of adsorbent.
At virtually every step in the research, we have encountered unexpected and challenging issues, many of which we have overcome, but others of which we continue to struggle with. The presentation will provide an overview of the successes, the frustrations, and the excitement we still feel about the potential of this new process.

Wrinkles are the sign of ageing. The collagen present in the skin looses with ageing. As a result, the skin appears wrinkled or creased. Although, appearance of wrinkles is a biological process, but free radicals and UV rays speed up the process. Before the wrinkles snatch the beauty of your face, treat them! You can overcome this problem at home with the help of natural remedies.

Let’s understand the causes and symptoms of wrinkles.

Causes:

Various factors are responsible for causing wrinkles, like:

1.Ageing
2.Smoking
3.Free radicals
4.Sun exposure
5.Stress
6.Lack of nutrition
7.Genetics
8.Dehydration
9.Rapid Weight Loss
10.Pollution
11.Sedentary Life
12.Lack of proper skin care
13.Poor nutrition and diet

Symptoms:

Wrinkles generally appear on the upper arms, hands, neck and face. The symptoms of wrinkles are:

1.Deep furrows
2.Crow’s feet
3.Fine lines
3.Saggy face

How to Prevent Wrinkles?

Here are some simple tips to prevent wrinkles.

1.Do not use face products containing alcohol.
2.Buy facial products containing natural oils.
3.Apply a good sunscreen with SPF when you go out in the sunlight.
4.Apply a light moisturizer on the skin, especially on the face.
5.Apply skin tightening mask, once a weak.
6.Get 8 hours sleep.
7.Do not take stress.
8.Follow a healthy lifestyle.
9.Do yoga and exercise in the morning.
10.Eat fruits and green vegetables.
11.Drink fresh and organic juices.
12.Quit smoking.
13.Take balanced diet.
14.Avoid junk food.