[Latin Name] Andrographis paniculata(Burm.f.)Nees

[Plant Source] Whole herb

[Specification] Andrographolides 10%-98% HPLC

[Appearance] White powder

Plant Part Used: Herb

[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 Andrographis?]

Andrographis paniculata is a bitter tasting annual plant, referred to as the “King of Bitters.” It has white-purple flowers and it is native to Asia and India where it has been valued for centuries for its numerous medicinal benefits. Over the past decade, andrographis has become popular in America where it is often used alone and in combination with other herbs for a variety of health purposes.

[How does it work?]

According to Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, the active ingredient in andrographis is andrographolides. Due to the andrographolides, andrographis has potent anti-inflammatory and antimalarial properties. It also has antimicrobial properties, meaning it can help to fight off and prevent infections from harmful microorganisms such as viruses, bacteria and fungi. In addition, andrographis is a powerful antioxidant and it can help to prevent free radical induced damage to your cells and DNA

[Function]

Cold and Flu

Scientists have discovered that andrographis helps to boost the immune system by stimulating the body’s production of antibodies and macrophages, which are large white blood cells that scavenge harmful microorganisms. It is taken for both the prevention and treatment of the common cold, and it is often referred to as Indian echinacea. It might help lessen the severity of cold symptoms such as sleeplessness, fever, nasal drainage and sore throat.

Cancer, Viral Infections and Heart Health

Andrographis may also help to prevent and treat cancer, and preliminary studies done in test tubes found that extracts of andrographis help to treat stomach, skin, prostate and breast cancer. Due to the herb’s antiviral properties, andrographis is used to treat herpes and it is also currently being studied as a treatment for Aids and HIV as well. Andrographis also promotes heart health and can help to prevent the formation of blood clots as well as to dissolve already formed blood clots. In addition, the herb relaxes smooth muscles in the walls of blood vessels and thereby helps to reduce high blood pressure.

Additional Benefits

Andrographis is used to promote gallbladder and digestive health. It also helps to support and strengthen the liver and it is used in combination with other herbs in several Ayurvedic formulations to treat liver disorders. Finally, andrographis extracts taken orally have been found to help neutralize the poisonous effects of snake venom.

Dosage and Precautions

The therapeutic dose of andrographis is 400 mg, twice daily, for up to 10 days. Although andrographis is considered safe in humans, the NYU Langone Medical Center warns that animal studies suggest that it may impair fertility. Andrographis may cause unwanted side effects such as headaches, fatigue, allergic reactions, nausea, diarrhea, altered taste and pain in the lymph nodes. It may also interact with certain medications and as with any supplement you should consult your health care practitioner before taking the herb.

https://mamanatural.com/ Teething biscuits… kinda old school, eh? I know my mom used the famous Zwieback Toast when I was teething. Not sure if they even make these anymore. Have you tasted these things? Yuck, not a big fan! And have you seen the ingredients? High fructose corn syrup, partially hydrogenated soybean oil (!), not to mention refined flour and added gluten. I know that I’m a bit fringe in the nutrition department but I think these things should be illegal to sell to children. LOL! Even the “organic” varieties have enriched flours, rancid vegetable oils and dry milk.

So, as Griffin dabbles in teething (still no teeth people!), I wanted to create a nutritious biscuit for him to chew on. Not only can this soothe his gums but it’s also great practice for eating solid foods. Something to keep in mind, these biscuits aren’t really made for “eating” per se but rather tasting and sucking.

A couple thoughts on ingredients

I used a combination of rolled and steel cut oats as my flour base. If you find a “clean” source of oats, these recipes would be gluten free to boot. I would assume you could replace the oats with sprouted flours from millet, spelt, and brown rice.

I included brown rice syrup as my sweetener but you could replace with apple sauce, dates or none at all. Since Griffin won’t be chowing down on these, I’m OK with the added sweetener. Plus, brown rice syrup is loaded with B vitamins and is a healthier alternative.

I used organic, unrefined coconut oil since it can withstand high heats and is made up of medium-chain fatty acids (particularly the antimicrobial lauric acid) similar to breast milk.

I made without eggs since some babies react to the whites under 1 year of age.

Here are a couple of recipes that I’ve adapted:

Basic Teething Biscuits

1 c. rolled oats
1 c. steel cut oats (grind oats in blender till they’re a flour consistency)
2 TB brown rice syrup
1/4 c. coconut oil
1/2 tsp each of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and vanilla extract
1 tsp aluminum-free baking powder
1/4 c. unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)
Mix dry ingredients. Add in syrup and melted oil. Form date-like shapes and put on greased baking sheet or parchment paper.

Bake at 350F for 30-45 minutes, depending on your oven. Flip them halfway through so that you have a nice golden crisp on both sides of biscuit.

Store in uncovered dish for at least 24 hours which will harden them further. You can also put in freezer and serve cold for extra teething relief!

Banana Teething Biscuits

1 c. rolled oats
1 c. steel cut oats (grind oats in blender till they’re a flour consistency)
1 c. of mashed ripe bananas
2 TB coconut oil
1/2 tsp each of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and vanilla extract
1 tsp aluminum-free baking powder
1/4 c. unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)
Mix dry ingredients. Add in mashed bananas nd melted oil. Form date-like shapes and put on greased baking sheet or parchment paper.

Bake at 350F for 30-45 minutes, depending on your oven. Flip them halfway through so that you have a nice golden crisp on both sides of biscuit.

Store in uncovered dish for at least 24 hours which will harden them further. You can also put in freezer and serve cold for extra teething relief!

Pumpkin Teething Biscuits

1 c. rolled oats
1 c. steel cut oats (grind oats in blender till they’re a flour consistency)
1 c. pumpkin puree
2 TB brown rice syrup
2 TB coconut oil
1/2 tsp each of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and vanilla extract
1 tsp aluminum-free baking powder
1/4 c. unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)
Mix dry ingredients. Add in pumpkin and melted oil. Form date-like shapes and put on greased baking sheet or parchment paper.

Bake at 350F for 30-45 minutes, depending on your oven. Flip them halfway through so that you have a nice golden crisp on both sides of biscuit.

Store in uncovered dish for at least 24 hours which will harden them further. You can also put in freezer and serve cold for extra teething relief!

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