That’s right, the pollen of the pine tree is a nutrient-dense wellness powerhouse! Pine pollen can be derived from different pine species, but here we discuss pollen from the Pinus massoniana tree, otherwise known as the “King of Pollen” in China. It has been one of the most revered herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine for millennia, considered an immensely potent longevity “tonic” — an herb used to help restore and strengthen systems in the body and promote well-being.
🌲 NUTRIENT-RICH — It’s no wonder Pine pollen has a long history of use as a dietary supplement in TCM. It’s rich in dietary fibre and protein, and contains more than 20 amino acids (including all nine essential amino acids), healthy fats, starches and hundreds of vitamins, minerals, enzymes, and other nutrients that nourish the body at a fundamental level.
🌲 ENERGY & LONGEVITY — Pine pollen is one of few prized “Jing-enhancing” herbs in TCM, which loosely translates to “vital essence”. As with herbs considered ‘adaptogens’ in western herbal medicine, Jing tonics are used when deep, nurturing rejuvenation is required: burnout from stress, exhaustion and symptoms resulting from hormone imbalance. It's also thought to help balance the ratio of both androgen and estrogen hormones in the body. This balancing effect, together with its large spectrum of nutrients, is what’s thought to give Pine pollen its adaptogenic benefits and ability to support immunity and boost energy.
Pine pollen is one of the stars of our Focus and Glow Elixirs, which we’ve been turning to daily for energizing and nurturing (and matcha pancakes, golden milk chia pudding…)
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