[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 recipe for cold rice and quinoa salad filled with flavor.
RECIPE
3 Tbsp. olive oil
1 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
1 Tbsp. mustard
1/2 Tbsp. lemon juice
1 tsp. pure maple syrup
1/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. ground black pepper
1/8 tsp. garlic powder
2 cups cooked wild rice, cooled
1 cup cooked quinoa, cooled (you can use any variety—I used a rainbow quinoa)
1 cup spinach, sliced into thin ribbons
1 cup blueberries
3/4 cup cooked, shelled edamame
1/2 cup red cabbage, shredded
1/2 cup raw almonds, sliced
1/3 cup red onion, finely chopped
To a small bowl, add olive oil, apple cider vinegar, mustard, lemon juice, maple syrup, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Whisk well, and set aside. To a large bowl, add wild rice, quinoa, spinach, blueberries, edamame, red cabbage, almonds, and red onion. Stir gently. Add the dressing, and carefully stir until everything is well combined. Refrigerate before serving. Store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator. Makes about 4-6 servings.

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