[Latin Name] Epimedium sagittatnm Maxim

[Plant Source] Leaf

[Specification] Icariin 10% 20% 40% 50%

[Appearance] Light yellow fine powder

Plant Part Used: Leaf

[Particle size]80Mesh

[Loss on drying] ≤5.0%

[Heavy Metal] ≤10PPM

[Pesticide residue] EC396-2005, USP 34, EP 8.0, FDA

[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 Epimedium?]

Epimedium extract is a popular aphrodisiac supplement and herbal sexual performance enhancer.It has a long history of traditional use in China for the alleviation of erectile dysfunction and for improving libido and fertility.

Also known as Horny Goat Weed, this supplement supposedly got its name after a farmer noticed that his flock of goats were particularly aroused after eating flowers of a specific type. These Epimedium flowers contain icariin, which is a natural compound that increases blood flow to sexual organs and promotes sex drive. Icariin has been found to increase Nitric Oxide synthesis as well as inhibiting the activity of the PDE-5 enzyme

[Icariin in Epimedium Extract]

Epimedium extracts powder contain an active phytochemical called icariin.Icariin has been observed to exhibit a number of useful traits, including renoprotective (liver protecting) hepatoprotective (kidney protecting), cardioprotective (heart protecting) and neuroprotective (brain protecting) effects.

It is also an antioxidant and can cause vasodilation. It exhibits antimicrobial characteristics and is thought to act as an aphrodisiac.

Icariin is classified as a flavonol glycoside, which is a type of flavonoid. Specifically, icariin is the 8-prenyl derivation of kaempferol 3,7-O-diglucoside, a prevalent and important flavonoid.

[Function]

1. Combat mental and physical fatigue;

2. Induce vasodilation and improve circulation;

3. Lower blood pressure in hypertensive patients;

4. Improve symptoms of erectile dysfunction (ED) through its action as a PDE5  inhibitor;

5. Improve the use of free testosterone in the blood;

6. Increase libido;

7. Alleviate symptoms of depression and stimulate improved cognitive function;

8. Protect against neurological degeneration.

Sacha inchi seeds, powders and especially the extracted oils are considered a health enhancing dietary supplement for their levels of protein, fiber and polyunsaturated fat ratios, particularly omega-3 fatty acids. Oil and seed powders, from the Plukenetia volubilis plant species, are a fairly recent superfood to most of the world but have been used as a wild food source among peoples of the South American Amazon for over 3,000 years. Abundant in other constituents like phytosterols, phenolic compounds, carotenoids and other antioxidants, the cold pressed oils extracted from the seeds are the most common form of sacha inchi used by health enthusiasts worldwide. Learn more about the seeds and protein powders and the best to purchase for highest nutritional qualities.

Sacha Inchi Protein Powder, 8oz, – https://bit.ly/1Kb8ZWZ
Sacha Inchi Oil, Raw Cold Pressed, 250ml – https://amzn.to/2f7FGgI
Ojio Sacha Inchi Oil, Raw, 250mL – https://bit.ly/2gi3Tk2
UNsalted Sacha Inchi Seeds, 1lb – Raw Food World – https://amzn.to/1VOG6nB
Traditions Sacha Inchi Seeds – 5.3 oz – https://amzn.to/1UCDbRN
Vega SaviSeeds – Sacha Inchi Seeds – https://bit.ly/1Oe43m5

Sacha Inchi Oil Page: https://bit.ly/1K9ai4l
Sacha Inchi Protein Shake Recipe: https://bit.ly/1icqgnW

Additional Sourced Info:

Sacha inchi (Plukenetia volubilis): a seed source of polyunsaturated fatty acids, tocopherols, phytosterols, phenolic compounds and antioxidant capacity: https://1.usa.gov/1iy5BuW
Looking to Sacha Inchi for their future: https://bit.ly/1EWBrM3
Chemical composition, oxidative stability and antioxidant capacity of oil extracted from roasted seeds of Sacha-inchi (Plukenetia volubilis L: https://1.usa.gov/1UCDjkd
Alpha linolenic acid (ALA) from Rosa canina, sacha inchi and chia oils may increase ALA accretion and its conversion into n-3 LCPUFA in diverse tissues of the rat: https://1.usa.gov/1K9ep0s
Beneficial effects of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) on cognition in age-related cognitive decline: https://bit.ly/1KFnuoh
Supercritical CO2 extraction of omega-3 rich oil from Sacha inchi (Plukenetia volubilis L.) seeds: https://bit.ly/1NqIeQZ
American Heart Association, Fish and Omega-3 Fatty Acids: https://bit.ly/18Gpfww
Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids: photoprotective macronutrients: https://1.usa.gov/1KFnxjQ

All information is for educational purposes only and is the personal view of the author; not intended as medical advice,
diagnosis or prescription. This information has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to cure or prevent any disease.