[Latin Name] Glycine max(L.) Mere

[Specification] 90%; 95%

[Appearance] White powder

[Melting point] 134-142℃

[Particle size] 80Mesh

[Loss on drying] ≤2.0%

[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 Phytosterol?]

Phytosterols are compounds found in plants that resemble cholesterol. The National Institutes of Heath report that there are over 200 different phytosterols, and the highest concentrations of phytosterols are found naturally in vegetable oils, beans and nuts. Their benefits are so recognized that foods are being fortified with phytosterols. At the supermarket, you may see orange juice or margarine advertising phytosterol contents. After reviewing the health benefits, you may want to add phytosterol-rich foods to your diet.

[Benefits]

Cholesterol-Lowering Benefits

The most well-known, and scientifically proven, benefit of phytosterols is their ability to help lower cholesterol. A phytosterol is a plant compound that is similar to cholesterol. A study in the 2002 issue of “Annual Review of Nutrition” explains that phytosterols actually compete for absorption with cholesterol in the digestive tract. While they prevent the absorption of regular dietary cholesterol, they themselves are not easily absorbed, which leads to a total lower cholesterol level. The cholesterol-lowering benefit does not end with a good number on your blood work report. Having lower cholesterol leads to other benefits, such as a reduced risk for heart disease, stroke and heart attacks.

Cancer Protection Benefits

Phytosterols have also been found to help protect against the development of cancer. The July 2009 issue of the” European Journal of Clinical Nutrition” offers encouraging news in the fight against cancer. Researchers at the University of Manitoba in Canada report that there is evidence that phytosterols help prevent ovarian, breast, stomach and lung cancer. Phytosterols do this by preventing the production of cancer cells, stopping the growth and spread of cells that are already in existence and actually encouraging the death of cancer cells. Their high anti-oxidant levels are believed to be one way phytosterols help fight cancer. An anti-oxidant is a compound that fights free radical damage, which is negative effects on the body produced by cells that are unhealthy.

Skin Protection Benefits

A lesser known benefit of phytosterols involves skin care. One of the contributing factors in the aging of the skin is the breakdown and loss of collagen — the main component in connective skin tissue — and sun exposure is a major contributor to the problem. As the body ages, it is not able to produce collagen as it once did. The German medical journal “Der Hautarzt” reports a study in which various topical preparations were tested on skin for 10 days. The topical treatment that showed anti-aging benefits to the skin was the one that contained phytosterols and other natural fats. It is reported that phytosterols not only stopped the slow-down of collagen production that can be caused by the sun, it actually encouraged new collagen production.

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This video captures the beginning of Gigi’s (age 5) dream for 2016, “to be green inside and clean inside.” She hopes over 107,077 people will watch this (because that’s the world’s biggest number)! Dedicated to KIDpreneurs across the globe and their loving parents and caregivers who nurture their development. It’s raw, messy, and the beginning of a continuous improvement adventure. In 2015, we were inspired to get healthy after learning a few astonishing facts:
-According to the National Institute of Health, 68.8% of adults are considered overweight or obese.
-29.1 million people have diabetes. Currently at least 1 out of 3 people will develop Type 2 diabetes in their lifetime.
-95% of cancers are caused by diet and environment.

We chose a simple recipe to kick of the New Year! After the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, why not give yourself the gift of simplicity? You’ve earned it! Make 2016 your best year ever by indulging in the health benefits of mindful eating, attending to the nutritional value of the foods you use to nourish your body and expressing gratitude for your health and wellbeing!

Gigi named this month’s juice “Cranberry Explosion” because of the way the cranberries launch out of the juicer if you don’t quickly push them down. We had a few laughing moments discovering this recipe! Cranberries have been used for medicinal purposes throughout history. Cranberries have been used to prevent and treat urinary tract infections, kidney stones, and also to protect against heart disease and cancer. Cranberries contain proanthocyanidins, plant antioxidants, known for combating urinary tract infections. They also possess strong anti-inflammatory properties and may help to reduce the risk of periodontal disease, tooth decay.

3 oranges
1 lime
2 handfuls of cranberries
1 sprig of mint
Juice ingredients and add 1 T of agave or honey to sweeten.

As with many things, I wanted to wait until we’d achieved a level of presentation that we could be proud of. Instead, we decided to dive right in, placing vulnerability on center stage, and model the journey of messiness, innovation, and my favorite saying, “fail fast and fail forward.” So, this is our first attempt at using iMovie, merging clips, playing with images, and being “21st Century” digital citizens.

We are enthusiasts of the extraordinary and want to share our learning with others to increase health and happiness across the globe to transform the world.