[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.

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We are so excited to present the second video we made for Darling Magazine! See the recipe below, on our site, whiskandwhittle.com or at darlingmagazine.org

Credits:
Film by: Whisk and Whittle
Edited by: Jake Torchin www.jaketorchinfilms.com
Music by: Lullatone.com Recipe

Crust

1 Cup Organic Unbleached Flour
1 Cup Almond Flour (or very finely ground almonds)
1/2 Cup Brown Sugar
1/2 tsp. Kosher or Sea Salt
1/2 Cup Unsalted Butter

Filling

One 15 oz. Container of Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese
8 oz. Cream Cheese
3 Eggs
1 Tbs. Vanilla Extract
1/2 tsp. Kosher or Sea Salt
1 Cup Organic Cane Sugar

Blueberries

About a Pint of Blueberries
2 Tbs. Brown Sugar
Juice of 1/2 a Lemon

For the Crust:

Preheat oven to 350

Combine the unbleached floor, almond meal, sugar and salt in a medium bowl. Melt the butter and pour it over the dry ingredients. Mix everything together until they are evenly combined. The mixture will be crumbly. Press it very firmly into a baking dish (mine was 8×10” but you can use larger or smaller depending on the desired bar thickness. Baking time will be effected.) until it is packed tightly on the bottom. Bake for ten to fifteen minutes until the edges begin to brown. Remove from the oven.

For the Filling:

In the bowl of a food processor or blender, mix the ricotta for about one minute until it is completely smooth. Add the cream cheese and mix again until the mixture is free of lumps. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing between each addition. Finally, add the sugar, vanilla and salt. The mixture should be smooth and creamy. Pour it onto the pre baked crust in the baking dish.

For the Topping:

Mix the blueberries, sugar and lemon juice in a bowl. Gently distribute the berries evenly across the top of the ricotta filling. Place the bars in the oven and bake for about forty-five minutes to an hour. The bars should still jiggle slightly when you shift the pan and the edges will just be browning. Once they are done, remove them from the oven and cool completely before slicing.