[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.

Table of Contents:
00:00 L1.1: Cells By the Numbers
00:28 In this lecture …
01:02 Why Start with the Numbers?
01:59 Why Start with the Numbers?
02:28 Size & Volume
03:30 E. coli: a frame of reference
03:55 Mass
04:52 Composition
06:38 Mass of 1 Cell Changes with Time
07:56 # of molecules / cell
09:37 Concentration
10:33 Time
13:00 Time
14:56 Manufacturing – Raw Materials & Costs
16:58 Energy Costs
17:55 Pressure & Forces
20:14 Resources …
21:11 Coming up…

This video is part of the nanoHUB-U course “Biological Engineering: Cellular Design Principles” currently offered on nanoHUB-U (https://nanohub.org/courses/biod) or on EdX (https://www.edx.org/course/biological-engineering-cellular-design-purduex-nano545x)

Cellular Design Principles is a five week course that explores the design principles underlying mechanisms of cellular and biomolecular functions such as cell architecture, energy storage and conversion, sensing and signaling, communication, time keeping, molecular synthesis, memory, and motility. Emphasis will be placed on the chemical, physical, and mathematical features that determine the performance of the biological device. Topics cover both cellular/biochemical processes and molecular/genetic circuits. Examples are presented from reverse engineering of natural systems and design of new synthetic systems.

Aloe Vera, also known as Aloe Barbadensis, has become all the rage over the past few years. But, did you know that keeping this decorative interior plant in your home is equally beneficial, too?
As a matter of fact, Aloe Vera has been long used for medicinal purposes and had a special place in Greek, Egyptian, and Roman culture. It was also widely used in Latin America, Caribbean, and South Africa.
According to University of Maryland Medical Center, Aloe was widely prescribed in the U.S during the 18th and the 19th century. Even today, Aloe is still one of the most popular and most commonly used plants in the country.
Benefits of Aloe
• Consuming Aloe Vera is a popular remedy for fever, asthma, ulcerative colitis, and osteoarthritis.
• Due to its analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties, aloe treats cuts, burns, infections, wounds, and sunburns, when applied topically. As a matter of fact, it has been scientifically shown that it is far superior to medications in terms of healing burns and reducing pain.
• It contains two immunity-boosting compounds: glycoproteins and polysaccharides. The first reduces inflammation and inhibits pain while the latter moisturizes the skin and promotes repair of its tissues.
• It also treats IBS, lowers blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes, lowers high cholesterol, and treats canker sores, psoriasis, constipation, dental issues, upper respiratory tract infection, and even cancer.
Additional Benefits
• Promotes detoxification
• Creates alkaline environment in the body/ alkalizes the body
• Improves digestion
• Boosts immunity
• It possesses disinfectant, antibiotic, antimicrobial, germicidal, antibacterial, antiseptic, anti-fungal & anti-viral properties
• It acts as adaptogen
• Supports weight loss
• Lowers the risk of heart disease
• It has robust nutritional profile

Aloe Vera Gel (Preparation and Use)
You will need:
1. An aloe plant
2. Fresh lemon juice
3. A clean cutting board
4. A sharp filleting knife
5. A clean plate
6. A clean cotton towel
7. A sterile glass jar
8. A food processor (optional)
Instructions:
• Wash the hands thoroughly in order to avoid contaminating the gel
• Pick a juicy and mature leaf from the bottom of the plant and cut it off from the plant
• Clean the knife
• Wash and dry the leaf before letting in sit on the plate at a 45° angle for a while so that it releases its yellow juice
• Put the leaf on a cutting board and remove the edges from the sides
• Remove the outer shell with a filleting knife
• Cut the gel into cubes and place the gel in a jar
• Pour a bit of fresh lemon juice over the gel to extend its shelf life
• For smoother gel, put the gel into a food processor and pulse on high speed
• Refrigerate up to a week
Use:
• For topical use, clean the leaf and rub the gel directly onto the affected area.
• For oral use, take 30 ml three times a day.