[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

Here’s Why You Should Start Drinking Ginger Tea Every Day And How To Prepare It In The Right Way!

Numerous people have switched from coffee to green tea these days, but we will suggest another extremely healthy alternative which should become a part of your daily routine- ginger tea.

This amazing drink provides numerous health benefits, including:

It boosts the immune system
It has powerful anti-inflammatory properties and contains numerous anti-inflammatory compounds which prevent various health issues, such as muscle and joint pain due to inflammation
Improves blood circulation
It enhances the brain performance
It helps digestion, and the absorption of nutrients while preventing issues like diarrhea, constipation, cramps, vomiting, nausea, and damage to the gastrointestinal tract
Ginger has two active substances, gingerdiols, and gingerols, which have potent antibacterial, anti-fungal, and antiviral properties
It boosts memory
The regular consumption of ginger prevents inflammation, apoptosis, and oxidative stress
Ginger is especially beneficial for middle-aged women
Numerous studies have shown that ginger inhibits the metastasis and growth of cancer cells, especially in the case of skin, liver, lung, pancreatic, bladder, and prostate cancer
Ginger supports a proper blood circulation and treats the symptoms of cardiovascular diseases, such as high cholesterol levels and hypertension; it also eliminates arterial plaque and thus protects from heart attacks

Ingredients:

4-6 slices of raw ginger
Organic honey
A cup of water
Instructions:

In a small ceramic saucepan, pour the water and bring it to boiling. Then, add the ginger slices, and lower the heat. Boil for about 15 minutes and remove the saucepan from heat. Pour the tea into a cup, add a teaspoon of honey, and enjoy this delicious drink that will provide incredible health benefits!

LOADED BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP

Serves 6

1 cup chopped yellow onions
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup matchstick carrots
1 Tablespoon olive oil + 1 Tablespoon unsalted butter
4 Tablespoons butter
½ cup flour
1 32oz carton chicken stock divided 3 cups + 1 cup
2 cups half and half
4-6 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped down into small pieces
16oz velveeta cheese, cubed into small squares
1 tsp granulated garlic or garlic powder
Pinch of cayenne
Grated fresh nutmeg
Salt and pepper
One sourdough loaf torn into hunks

In a large heavy bottomed pot or dutch oven over medium heat, saute onions, celery, and carrots in olive oil and 1 T butter. Saute until tender. Stir in the 4 T butter until melted, then shake flour over the veggies. Stir to coat and cook/stir for about 2 more minutes. Pour in 3 cups of the stock; stir to combine with the veggies and the flour. Add half and half, stir well. Bring just to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Stir in broccoli florets and cheese. Stir so the cheese melts into the stock/cream. Add cayenne, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Taste and adjust.

Set the oven to 400F. Spread sourdough hunks on a sheet pan. Drizzle them with olive oil and season them with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne. Toast for 10-15 minutes until a little crisp but still chewy on the inside.

To serve, ladle into soup bowls, top with green onions and hunks of toasted bread. And maybe bacon if you happen to have any bits.

TOASTED BREAD BOWL OPTION

Carefully hollow out sourdough rounds. Line them up on a sheet pan. Drizzle rounds with olive oil. Season them with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne. Toast for 10-15 minutes. Ladle soup into bread bowls and garnish.