Question 1

Is this French maritime pinebark?

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No it is not. Most French maritimbe pinebark is produced under license and called pycnogenol. I did some research and there appears to be little diference between pinus pinaster which is the extract for this supplement and the French Maritime bark. Pycnogenol is more expensive because supplement makers who want French Maritime pine bark are forced to pay a royalty for the pycnogenol which I think is patented.

Question 2

Is it possible this is not Pinus Pinaster? Pinaster is typically more expensive.

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I don't know about the Pinus Pinaster bit. I purchased this product, but haven't started using it yet. Need to use up the product I currently have first, which is Healthy Origins Pycnogenol. This product has been pretty effective, but it is more expensive. The labeling between the two is not exactly equivalent. The Pycnogenol says "French Maritime Pine Bark Extract 65-75% Procyanidins" (100 mg), while this product calls the active ingredient Proanthocyanidins 95% (400 mg). A quick search on procyanidins reveals that procyanidins are members of the proanthocyanidins. Unfortunately, that really isn't enough to say that the two are equivalent. How much of the 400 mg of 95% proanthocyanidins are procyanidins? That is the missing information. Still, it's significantly cheaper, which is why I bought some to give it a try.

Question 3

Will this pine bark boost your energy?

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In my experience, this pine bark will improve circulation when used over a period of time. Results are subtle but measurable. It is not a stimulant. Hope that answers your question.

Question 4

What is the equivalent of 6000 mg of Pinus Pinaster with respect to the other brands?, Is it 27mg?

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Pine Bark (Pinus pinaster) 6,000 mg (6 g) (from 400 mg of 15:1 extract) (Standardized to contain 380 mg Proanthocyanidins)

ASIN	B07N7QRWC9
Age Range Description	Adult
Allergen Information	Gluten Free, Wheat Free
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Brand	Horbäach
Brand Name	Horbäach
Container Type	Bottle
Customer Reviews	4.5 out of 5 stars 2,137 Reviews
Dosage Form	Capsule
Flavor	Unflavoured
Is Product Expirable	Yes
Item Form	Capsule
Item Package Quantity	1
Item Weight	6000 Milligrams
Legal Disclaimer	*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Manufacturer	Horbaach
Manufacturer Part Number	CL14581
Material Features	Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) Free, Gluten Free
Model Number	CL14581
Number of Items	1
Package Information	Bottle
Package Quantity	1
Recommended Uses For Product	Nutritional Supplement
Special Ingredients	Pine Bark
UPC	843604101809
Unit Count	180 Count

Horbäach Pine Bark Extract | 180 Capsules

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