[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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Do “natural male enhancements” and mail-order sexual function drugs work? No. That’s according to Dr. LeRoy Jones a urologist and men’s health specialist with Urology San Antonio.
Dr. Jones explains that the over the counter pills sold on late night TV and in men’s magazines are herbal supplements that are not regulated by the FDA and have not been shown to be effective for erectile dysfunction or penile enlargement in double-blind clinical trials, which are the standard for medical testing.
Rather than paying for a mail-order herbal pill that will not improve sexual function, Dr. Jones recommends men who are dealing with impotence, see a urologist who can prescribe them effective erectile dysfunction medication like Viagra or Cilias.
Dr. Jones cautions that while herbal pills usually won’t harm you, their ingredients and purity are not regulated. There have been instances where herbal pills marketed to men have been contaminated or laced with real medication, which can be dangerous if the medication interacts with another prescription the man is taking.
Dr. Jones says unequivocally that there is no medicine, prescription or herbal, for penile enlargement.

To learn about real treatments for men’s sexual health concerns, visit Dr. Jones’ website www.edtreatmentsanantonio.com

This video was filmed in conjunction with Forest Park Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas and is posted with express permission.

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Healthy, oil-free, vegan cake recipe versatile enough for any occasion but dressed up in this video for the 4th of July! Full recipe + info below! https://www.instagram.com/nikkivvegan/

Vegan Cake Recipe

Step 1: In a small bowl mix 3 tbsp chia seeds and 6 tbsp of water. Stir and set aside to thicken.

Step 2: In mixing bowl add:

1 1/2 cups flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
3 grinds of salt or about 1/4 tsp

Sift together or whisk to combine and set aside.

Step 3: In another bowl, add:

1 cup plain unsweetened vegan yogurt
1/4 cup unsweetened apple sauce
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup sugar

Combine ingredients and add the thickened chia “egg”. Mix well and slowly add the flour mixture in.

I recommend using an electric mixer to help get lots of air into the cake (it gets fluffier this way!)

The mixture will be thick. Transfer to a sprayed 9x13in baking pan and bake for 35-40 minutes at 350 degrees.

Remove from oven, cool, and decorate. Note: this cake goes especially well with vegan ice cream and warm sauces like berry sauce or hot fudge because it’s dense and creates a great base

Tips:

1. Make sure you mix your dry ingredients together before adding to the wet mixture. This will ensure that everything rises evenly.

2. Bake until lightly golden brown. A toothpick should come out clean from the center of the cake. (I’ve made this cake before in a smaller pan and thought it was done but the middle was still raw so make sure you keep an eye on it

3. In a rush or just want something warm and delicious for dessert??Try this. Let cake cool only slightly so it’s still warm. In the mean time add 1/2 cup jam and 2 tbsp water to a sauce pan and heat on medium high for about 5 minutes. Then pour warm sauce over each slice of cake and top with vegan ice cream. This is so delicious and way faster than decorating! This is a go to for me whenever I need a quick dessert for friends coming over or just a special treat after a weeknight dinner.

4. Note: this is not a very sweet cake. It’s sweet but it’s not like a lot of sugary bakery cakes that have a ton of sugar and flavor on their own. This recipe is something I adapted/veganized from a traditional French recipe so it’s a little more subtle than our super sweet American versions, which I love because I can add lots of sweet toppings and ice cream on top without making it overly sweet. I think it’s the perfect balance of sweetness

Mentioned in this video:

Captain Paul story: https://www.instagram.com/p/BPGDlS0A2cr/?taken-by=nikkivvegan

Forager Cashewmilk Yogurt, plain unsweetened

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