[Latin Name] Camellia sinensis

[Plant Source] China

[Specifications]

Total tea polyphenols 40%-98%

Total catechins 20%-90%

EGCG 8%-60%

[Appearance] Yellow brown powder

[Plant Part Used] Green tea leaf

[Particle size] 80 Mesh

[Loss on drying] ≤5.0%

[Heavy Metal] ≤10PPM

[Storage] Store in cool & dry area, keep away from the direct light and heat.

[Package] Packed in paper-drums and two plastic-bags inside.

[What is green tea extract]

Green tea is the second largest beverage demanded by consumers worldwide. Used in China and India for its medicinal effects. There are several compounds extracted from green tea including catechins which contain an enormous amount of hydroxyphenols that are easily oxidized, congregated and contracted, which explains its good anti-oxidation effect. Its anti-oxidation effect is 25-100 times as strong as those of vitamin C and E.

It is widely used in medicines, agriculture, and chemical and food industries. This extract prevents cardio-vascular disease, lowers the risk of cancer, and decreases blood sugar and blood pressure, as well as viruses. In the food industry, the anti-oxidation agent used for preserving food and cooking oils.

[Function]

1. Green tea extract can reduce blood pressure, blood sugar, blood lipids.

2. Green tea extract has the function of removing radicals and anti-aging.

3. Green tea extract can enhance the immune function and prevention of colds.

4. Green tea extract will anti-radiation,anti-cancer, inhibiting the increasing of cancer cell.

5. Green tea extract used to anti-bacterium, with the function of sterilization and deodorization.

[Application]

1.Applied in cosmetics field, Green tea extract owns the effect of anti-wrinkle and anti-Aging.

2.Applied in food field, Green tea extract is used as natural antioxidant, antistaling agent, and anti-fading agents.

3.Applied in pharmaceutical field, Green tea extract is used to prevent and cure cardiovascular disease, diabetes.

Pumpkin Spice Protein Balls

Pre-gym, post-workout, breakfast, or mid-day snack, Pumpkin Spice Protein Balls are the perfect mini meal snack. With raw, high protein products and natural sweeteners, your body will thank you.

Ingredients
1/4 cup Raw Pumpkin Seeds
1/4 cup Cocoa Nibs
12 pitted Dates 60 – 70g
1 Tbsp Organic Coconut Flour
1 Tbsp maple syrup
1/2 cup Chai Protein Powder Nutritional Booster
1/4 tsp ground Cinnamon
1/8 tsp ground allspice
1/8 tsp ground Nutmeg
1/4 cup pumpkin puree
1/2 cup Fine Macaroon Coconut optional
Instructions
Place pumpkin seeds and cocoa nibs in a food processor and pulse until they resemble large crumbs; remove and set aside.
Place dates in the food processor and process until broken into small crumbles.
Add remaining ingredients, including the reserved pumpkin seed mixture, to the food processor and process until a dough forms, about 1 – 2 minutes.
Portion 1 tablespoon per serving and shape each into a ball. If desired, roll each ball in coconut. Store covered and chilled.

This episode will cover the structure and function of carbohydrates. You will learn the differences between monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides. You will also learn how polymerization/dehydration synthesis and hydrolysis will apply to carbohydrates.

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