The Power of Pine Pollen
Pine pollen is one of nature’s purest superfoods. Na'vi pine pollen is wild-harvested in a very small window of time during spring. We only collect pollen from the Pinus Massoniana Lamb species at elevations above 1000m. It is then made bio-available through a sophisticated non-heated process to break apart the cell wall, producing a superfine, raw nano-powder.
Pine pollen has been used as a tonic and nutritious supplement in Traditional Chinese Medicine for centuries. Records date back 5,000 years classing it as a revered tonic herb, and today it still holds a prominent place in Eastern Medicine. Pollen is a form of seed: one of nature’s miracle time capsules that holds the essence and a powerstore of nutrients needed to grow a towering tree. It functions as an adaptogenic supplement and contains a potent mix of amino acids, antioxidants and nutrients.
Pine pollen is composed of more than 20 different amino acids, 14 vitamins (including vitamin D3) and 24 elemental minerals (including iron, phosphorus, sulphur, selenium, potassium, calcium, zinc, manganese, and copper) alongside 18 natural enzymes & plant hormones. It has a sweet, mild taste and is easy to mix into water or a smoothie for a rejuvenating ‘Jing’ boosting tonic.
Daoists understand the Jing we are born with decreases with age. Pine Pollen is one of a very small group of elite tonic herbs known to restore our Jing. Pine pollen is highly recommended when there is a deep need for rejuvenation and nourishment. If you are burnt out, stressed, or have just gone through a time of great physical exertion (given birth / are nursing) or period of illness and are in need or support, pine pollen is a powerful ally.
Pine pollen has risen to fame in the West largely for its association with vitality. It is revered as one of nature’s plant sources of DHEA, a hormone the body makes naturally and which gently declines as we age. DHEA plays a role in many of the body’s functions, from memory to mood, and is a precursor the body uses to make other hormones, including testosterone, estrogen and progesterone. It is in the seasons when our reserves feel low, when energy, drive and vitality have dimmed, that pine pollen has traditionally been reached for. In this tradition it is closely tied to our natural states of happiness, contentment, drive and aliveness.
Across the internet, pine pollen is often talked about as a testosterone supplement for men. It is worth recognising that pine pollen is equally valued by women. Through its adaptogenic nature, it supports the body’s own sense of balance, for the individual. This makes it a wonderful tonic for both men and women to take. A more concentrated, traditionally ‘yang’ preparation for men is made as an alcohol tincture (also incorporating nettle root extract). Alcohol-based pine pollen tinctures are not recommended for women or children.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, pine pollen is associated with the heart and lungs, with nourishing Qi, and with the spleen, which in that tradition is connected to the muscles and to a steady metabolism.
In Japan, pine pollen has long been associated with graceful ageing, and prized for the hair and skin. The Japanese refer to it as the ‘source of beauty’ and have long used it in gentle skincare preparations.
Experience the many benefits of this special, golden superfine powder externally and internally. Next time stand in awe under a pine tree, remember that all it needed to grow to such great heights was held in a grain of pollen!
