[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

‘Plastic Free’ Vitamix Solution & Vitamix 5200 vs 2200 Recipe Comparison: Raw Tahini Ginger Dressing
LINK – THE WARING STAINLESS STEEL CONTAINER
Affiliate link https://ecopeaceful.com/Waring-Stainless-Steel-Container
PROBLEM 1: I recorded this video on the same day (February 16, 2014) as my other video “Both are Junk! Vitamix 5200 vs 2200 Comparison – Cashew Nut Butter” https://youtube.com/watch?v=7Mj-RL0oasQ, but at that time I was not inspired to upload it because, the Vitamix 2200 model was not as good as I thought. The plastic lid from the 2200 model was degrading and falling into my food!!! I no longer use either of these blenders.
SOLUTION 1: I switched to a glass Waring blender container (used from eBay). It is a good regular blender, but it is not a powerful high-speed blender. It can mainly handle liquify recipes like fruit smoothies.

PROBLEM 2: When I found out that the Vitamix® container may NOT in fact be as claimed, “BPA-Free” (see my video – “Why I no longer use BPA-free Vitamix. Learn what BPA scientists say about scratched plastic. Short Version.” https://youtube.com/watch?v=tGjEIGI5MLs, I thought I was stuck with my “BPA-Free” blender!
SOLUTION 2: A few weeks ago I found out that there is a VERY EASY way to replace (some say ‘upgrade’) the Vitamix 5200 “BPA Free” plastic container with one of the Waring stainless steel containers! I tested for several weeks and decided to let everybody to know about it!
The Waring® Commercial STAINLESS STEEL container fits and WORKS PERFECTLY on modern Vitamix blender bases. Waring has many stainless steel containers but only one container fits the Vitamix base!

LINK – THE WARING STAINLESS STEEL CONTAINER (affiliate link)

https://ecopeaceful.com/Waring-Stainless-Steel-Container

NOTE: Both Vitamix® and Waring® do not make any recommendations to use their products together.
Be aware that if you inform Vitamix® or Waring® that you use their products together they might void your product Warranty.

What to do with your plastic Vitamix container?
1) Sell on eBay – Include a full disclosure as to why you are selling. You will be surprised that some people still want to buy it.
2) Re-purpose – Use as a flower pot, water your plants since it has a nice handle and pour spout, and any other non-food use.
3) Recycle – Only an option if your recycle company accepts #7 plastic. Most curb recycle in the U.S. do not accept #7.
PLEASE do NOT throw ‘away’!
Most conventional plastics do not biodegrade and they take about 500-1,000 years to break down. The plastic breaks down into smaller and smaller particles that end up contaminating our soil and water.

VIDEOS:
Why I no longer use BPA-free Vitamix. Learn what BPA scientists say about scratched plastic.Short Version. https://youtube.com/watch?v=tGjEIGI5MLs

BPA FREE Scam Exposed? Why I do not use Vitamix anymore. Vitamix comparison 5200 vs 2200 https://youtube.com/watch?v=wzdNEAINC20

SCIENTIFIC STUDY – INDEPENDENT:
The claim of “BPA Free” is according to the manufacturer NOT according to several INDEPENDENT (as in not paid or influenced by the manufacturer) scientists.
There are several studies (US and European) that show that “BPA-Free” Tritan plastic leaches BPA and other toxic chemicals.
Here are the links:
New study tests endocrine disrupting properties of Tritan™ https://foodpackagingforum.org/News/New-study-tests-endocrine-disrupting-properties-of-Tritan
Migration of plasticisers from Tritan™ and polycarbonate bottles and toxicological evaluation Review study abstract and/or purchase the study: https://sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0308814613003038

ARTICLE – MOTHER JONES:

https://motherjones.com/environment/2014/03/tritan-certichem-eastman-bpa-free-plastic-safe

VIDEO INTERVIEW OF THE AUTHOR ON DEMOCRACY NOW:

https://democracynow.org/2014/3/4/are_any_plastics_safe_industry_tries

DOCUMENTARIES:
Learn more about plastic the affects on our health and our environment:
Trashed (documentary): https://trashedfilm.com/purchase

Trashed Trailer: https://youtube.com/watch?v=7UM73CEvwMY

Plastic Planet (documentary): https://youtube.com/watch?v=wKFRgM-4gxY

Plastic Planet Trailer: https://youtube.com/watch?v=a7X-J1DhfjE

Midway (Documentary Facebook Page): https://facebook.com/media/set/?set=vb.117981432917&type=2

Midway Trailer: https://youtube.com/watch?v=1I7on22jA48

Congressional Hearing on BPA’s, phthalates – John Kerry VS the FDA.flv

RECIPE:
Sesame Tahini Ginger Dressing (modified)
1/2 cup water
1-2 Tablespoons organic vinegar*
2 Tablespoons organic soy sauce*
1 pitted date
1 inch piece of ginger root
2 cloves garlic
1/2 cup hulled sesame seeds
Blend until smooth. Store in glass jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
*Since these can often come from GMO sources

The proanthocyanidins in Pine Bark have been shown in clinical studies to be 20 times more effective than Vitamin C and 50 times more effective than Vitamin E as an antioxidant.

Pine Bark’s remarkable ability to “seek and destroy” free radicals is a tremendous benefit to the health of our animals. By reducing oxidative damage to cells and vital tissues, what we recognize as aging is held to a subdued rate. In addition, unlike virtually all other dietary antioxidants, proanthocyanidins readily crosses the blood-brain barrier to protect vital brain and nerve tissue from oxidation.

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