[Latin Name]  Citrus aurantium L.

[Specification] Synephrine 4.0%–80%

[Appearance] Yellow brown powder

Plant Part Used: Fruit

[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 Citrus Aurantium]

Citrus aurantium L, belonging to the family Rutaceae, is widely distributed in China. Zhishi, the Chinese traditional name for Citrus aurantium, has long been a folk medicine in traditional Chinese medicine (TCMto improve indigestion and help stimulate the Qi (energy force).

[Function]

1. Have the function of antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, hypolipidemic, vasoprotective and anticarcinogenic and cholesterol lowering actions.

2. Have the function of inhibiting following enzymes: Phospholipase A2, lipoxygenase, HMG-CoA reductase and cyclo-oxygenase.

3. Have the function of improving the health of capillaries by reducing the capillary permeability.

4. Have the function of reducing hay fever and other allergic conditions by inhibiting the release of histamine from mast cells. The possible activity of hesperidin could be explained by the inhibition of polyamine synthesis. (bitter orange extract)

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Today I’m going to talk about how to maximize your health with raw foods.

-More people are turning to raw foods in their diet to lose weight, boost energy levels, and reverse disease processes.
-Ideally your diet should be composed of 80% raw foods and 20% cooked foods.
-Raw food is uncooked, undenatured, heated below 118 degrees Fahrenheit- enzymes start to die off at higher temperatures
-Enzymes- break down foods, absorb and digest minerals, help body create new, healthy cells.
-Americans are most deficient in enzymes.
-Enzymes Sources: raw vegetables and raw fruits, beans, nuts and seeds, raw dairy products.
-Cooking foods kill 10-80% nutrients in food.

Book: The Raw Truth by Jordan Rubin

Top 10 Raw Foods
1. Leafy Greens
-Kale = most nutrient-dense
-Kale Shake: draxe.com/recipe/kale-shake/
-Packed with Vitamin K and enzymes

2. Citrus Fruits
-Lemon, limes, grapefruit, oranges
-Detox Drink: draxe.com/recipe/secret-detox-drink/
-Packed with Vitamin C to boost immunity

3. Sesame and Pumpkin Seeds
-Promote prostate health and hormone balance
-Spicy Pumpkin Seeds:draxe.com/recipe/spicy-pumpkin-seeds/

4. Avocados
-Packed with potassium to promote hydration
-Great source of Vitamin E
-Great source of healthy, monounsaturated Omega-9 fats
-Guacamole recipe: draxe.com/recipe/guacamole/

5.Coconut Kefir
-Health Benefits of Coconut Kefir: draxe.com/probiotic-foods/
-Kevita: fermented coconut water
-Kefir cultures: Body Ecology
-Raw Kombucha tea
-Health Benefits of Kombucha: draxe.com/7-reasons-drink-kombucha-everyday/

6. Carrots
-Great source of calcium and antioxidant beta carotene, which protects skin against harmful UV rays
-Health Benefits of Carrots: draxe.com/carrot-juice/
-Raw Superfood Carrot Salad Recipe: draxe.com/recipe/raw-superfood-carrot-salad/

7. Raw Dairy:
-Raw cheese, raw kefir (goat,sheep)
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-Beyond Organic: draxe.com/beyond-organic/
-Health Benefits Raw Dairy: draxe.com/raw-milk-benefits/

8. Celery
-Loaded enzymes, high in electrolytes
-Health Benefits of Celery: draxe.com/benefits-of-celery/

9. Cultured vegetables
-Sauerkraut Recipe: draxe.com/recipe/sauerkraut-recipe/
-Health Benefits of Fermented Veggies: draxe.com/fermented-foods/

10. Watermelon
-Packed with electrolytes and enzymes
-Refreshing Watermelon Beverage: draxe.com/recipe/watermelon-agua-fresca/
-Health Benefits of Watermelon: draxe.com/benefits-of-watermelon/

Action Steps: Start adding more raw foods to your diet
1. Breakfast: Add kale or leafy greens to morning superfood smoothie
-draxe.com/green-smoothie-recipes/
2. Lunch: Superfood Salad
-draxe.com/recipe/super-salad/
3. Snack: Hummus with raw veggies
-draxe.com/recipe/hummus-2/
4. Supplement with green powder or wheatgrass (Axe Naturals Green Superfood)
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To learn more about the health benefits of raw foods, check out: https://draxe.com/raw-food-revolution/
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*This content is strictly the opinion of Dr. Josh Axe, and is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of medical advice or treatment from a personal physician. All viewers of this content are advised to consult their doctors or qualified health professionals regarding specific health questions. Neither Dr. Axe nor the publisher of this content takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons reading or following the information in this educational content. All viewers of this content, especially those taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement or lifestyle program.

Recipe – Chocolate-Glazed Cranberry Blondies
INGREDIENTS:
-2/3 cup flour
●1/2 teaspoon baking powder
●1 egg
●1 cup brown sugar , packed
●3 1/2 tablespoons butter , melted
●1 teaspoon vanilla extract
●1/3 cup dried cranberries
●2 tablespoons walnuts , finely chopped
●1/3 cup confectioners’ sugar
●2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
●1 tablespoon hot water
●cooking spray