[Latin Name] Rhodiola Rosea

[Plant Source] China

[Specifications] Salidrosides:1%-5%

Rosavin:3% HPLC

[Appearance] Brown fine powder

[Plant Part Used] Root

[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 Rhodiola Rosea]

Rhodiola Rosea (also known as Arctic root or golden root) is a member of the family Crassulaceae, a family of plants native to the arctic regions of Eastern Siberia. Rhodiola rosea is widely distributed  in Arctic and mountainous regions throughout Europe and Asia. It grows at altitudes of 11,000 to 18,000 feet above sea level.

There are numerous animal and test tube studies showing that rhodiola has both a stimulating and a sedating effect on the central nervous system; enhance physical endurance; improves thyroid, thymus, and adrenal function; protects the nervous system, heart and liver; and has antioxidant and anticancer properties.

[Function]

1 Enhancing immunity and delaying aging;

2 Resisting radiation and tumor;

3 Regulating nervous system and metabolism, effectively limiting melancholy feeling and mood, and promoting mental status;

4 Protecting cardiovascular, dilating coronary artery,preventing coronary arteriosclerosis and arrhythmia.

Three-Dimensional Reconstruction, by TEM Tomography, of the Ultrastructural Modifications Occurring in Cucumis sativus L. Mitochondria under Fe Deficiency. Gianpiero Vigani et al (2015), PLoS ONE https://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0129141

Background

Mitochondria, as recently suggested, might be involved in iron sensing and signalling pathways in plant cells. For a better understanding of the role of these organelles in mediating the Fe deficiency responses in plant cells, it is crucial to provide a full overview of their modifications occurring under Fe-limited conditions. The aim of this work is to characterize the ultrastructural as well as the biochemical changes occurring in leaf mitochondria of cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.) plants grown under Fe deficiency.

Methodology/Results

Mitochondrial ultrastructure was investigated by transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and electron tomography techniques, which allowed a three-dimensional (3D) reconstruction of cellular structures. These analyses reveal that mitochondria isolated from cucumber leaves appear in the cristae junction model conformation and that Fe deficiency strongly alters both the number and the volume of cristae. The ultrastructural changes observed in mitochondria isolated from Fe-deficient leaves reflect a metabolic status characterized by a respiratory chain operating at a lower rate (orthodox-like conformation) with respect to mitochondria from control leaves.

Conclusions

To our knowledge, this is the first report showing a 3D reconstruction of plant mitochondria. Furthermore, these results suggest that a detailed characterization of the link between changes in the ultrastructure and functionality of mitochondria during different nutritional conditions, can provide a successful approach to understand the role of these organelles in the plant response to Fe deficiency.

Asian Style Chicken Wings and Butternut Squash Fries Tutorial

1 Serving

[Chicken wings]

•5-10 Chicken Wings
•1 Tbs Honey
•1/2 Tbs Olive Oil
•1/2 Tbs Light Soya Sauce
•1-2 Garlic Cloves
•1 tsp Ginger, minced
•1/2 tsp Sesame Seeds
•A few tsp of Water
•Baking Sheet
•Tin Foil

[Butternut Squash Fries]

•1/4 of a Butternut Squash
•1/2 tsp Olive Oil
•Pinch of Nutmeg, Pepper, Parsley, Onion Powder, and Garlic Powder
•Vegetable Peeler
•Spoon
•Large Knife

Directions;

[Chicken Wings]

•Mince Ginger and Garlic
•Pour Oil, Ginger, Garlic, Honey, Soya Sauce, and Water into a dish
•Stir to combine
•Place Chicken Wings into the dish and toss to coat
•Let marinate in the refrigerator 1-6 hours turning Chicken Wings over half way through
•Place into a tin foil ridged/lined portion of the baking sheet
•Pour a little of the marinade over Chicken Wings
•Bake at 350° 35-40 minutes turning over half way through

[Butternut Squash Fries]

•Slice top and bottom off of the Butternut Squash
•Split in half lengthwise
•Scoop out center with a Spoon
•Peel outside skin with a Vegetable Peeler
•Slice into Fry shapes
•Drizzle with Olive Oil
•Sprinkle with Herbs & Spices
•Toss to coat evenly
•Bake at 350° 35-40 minutes turning over half way through

Enjoy