[Latin Name] Griffonia simplicifolia

[Plant Source] Griffonia Seed

[Specifications] 98%; 99% HPLC

[Appearance] White fine powder

Plant Part Used: Seed

[Particle size] 80 Mesh

[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 5-HTP]

5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan) is a chemical by-product of the protein building block L-tryptophan. It is also produced commercially from the seeds of an African plant known as Griffonia simplicifolia 5-HTP is used for sleep disorders such as insomnia, depression, anxiety, migraine and tension-type headaches, fibromyalgia, obesity, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), seizure disorder, and Parkinson’s disease.

 [How does it work?]

5-HTP works in the brain and central nervous system by increasing the production of the chemical serotonin. Serotonin can affect sleep, appetite, temperature, sexual behavior, and pain sensation. Since 5-HTP increases the synthesis of serotonin, it is used for several diseases where serotonin is believed to play an important role including depression, insomnia, obesity, and many other conditions.

[Function]

Depression. Some clinical research shows that taking 5-HTP by mouth improve symptoms of depression in some people. Some clinical research shows that taking 5-HTP by mouth might be as beneficial as certain prescription antidepressant drugs for improving depression symptoms. In most studies, 150-800 mg daily of 5-HTP was taken. In some cases, higher doses have been used.

Down syndrome. Some research shows that giving 5-HTP to infants with Down syndrome might improve muscle and activity. Other research shows that it does not improve muscle or development when taken from infancy until 3-4 years of age. Research also shows that taking 5-HTP along with conventional prescription drugs does improve development, social skills, or language skills.

Anxiety 5-HTP was found to be protective against carbon dioxide-induced panic attacks. One study compared 5-HTP and the prescription medication clomipramine for anxiety. Clomipramine is a tricyclic antidepressant used for treating obsessive-compulsive disorder. 5-HTP was found to be somewhat effective in reducing anxiety symptoms, but not as effective as clomipramine.

Sleep 5-HTP supplements fared a little better for insomnia.5-HTP decreased the time required to get to sleep and decreased the number of nighttime awakenings. Taking 5-HTP along with GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), a relaxing neurotransmitter, reduced the time it took to fall asleep and increased the duration and quality of sleep. One study found that children with night terrors benefited from 5-HTP.

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Why it Works for
F21 is an All Natural Sugar Blocker that helps limit your blood sugar absorption. It consists of different compounds found to have various health benefits, such as L-Arabinose, Coriolus Versicolor Polysacchride, Konjac-Mannan, Magnesium Stearate, Mint flavor: Menthol and Natural Colors. F21 not only does it help promote weight loss, (PSK) boosts your immune system response. In fact, for every gram of F21, you can block up to 20 grams of sugar (sucrose). The formula not only helps promote weight loss, it benefits the digestive system by allowing the blocked sucrose to support beneficial probiotic bacteria while the polysaccharide (PSK) boosts your immune system response.
But how does this formula break down the sugar in our bodies? There are basically three steps:
STEP 1
Sugar (sucrose) enters the body as a whole molecule.
STEP 2
The enzyme “sucrose” separates the sucrose molecule into two individual sugar molecules, Glucose and Fructose, which then enter the blood stream to be used. F21 inhibits sucrose from separating the sucrose molecule.
STEP 3
Instead of the sugars entering the blood stream, the whole sucrose molecule and F21 remain in the digestive tract and become prebiotics.
The main ingredient in F21 is L-Arabinose, which helps prevent sugar (sucrose) from being metabolized in the body. It also helps to satisfy any cravings for sugar. Another ingredient, Polysaccharide (PSK), is an extremely powerful antioxidant and immune-regulatory defender. It’s well researched anti-tumor, anti-infection and anti-inflammation effects help repair damaged cells and support the immune system.
Konjac-Mannan is a natural appetite suppressant. It acts as a trigger signaling your stomach to feel a little more satisfied and can help to reduce hunger cravings.
Prebiotics are indigestible fibers that are food for the probiotics. Both F21 and the whole sucrose molecule remain in the large intestine and become food for probiotics.
Menthol is an organic compound made synthetically or obtained from cornmint, peppermint or other mint oils. Menthol has local anesthetic and counterirritant qualities, and it is widely used to relieve minor throat irritation. It is known to be a powerfully medicinal compound linked to several potential health benefits. Peppermint oil, a natural source of menthol, has been investigated as a treatment for several diseases and conditions.
Magnesium stearate, also called octadecanoic acid, is manufactured from both animal and vegetable oils and this is the reason why some nutritional supplements specify that the magnesium stearate used is sourced from vegetables.

Learn how to make this delicious pumpkin cupcakes for this fall season!

Aprende como hacer estos panquesitos de calabaza para este otoño!

Pumpkin Muffins as seen on Chicago Works!

INGREDIENTS
• 1 cup butter
• 3 cups sugar
• 3 eggs
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 Tablespoon Pumpkin Pie Spice
• 1 teaspoon ground Mace
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups pureed fresh pumpkin (see directions below)* or 1 (16 ounce) can pumpkin puree

DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Line muffin pan with paper muffin liners*

2. If using fresh pumpkin. Secure pie pumpkin on cutting board(make sure pumpkin sits flat) and using a chef knife carefully slide the knife into the center of the pumpkin and then remove knife slowly to make several slits. (This will keep pumpkin from exploding is microwave) Place pumpkin into a microwave safe dish and microwave at 15 minute intervals until pumpkin is soft. Cool pumpkin. After pumpkin has cooled peel skin from the pumpkin and discard. Cut pumpkin in half and remove seeds and string. (seeds may be reserved for roasting) Puree pumpkin pieces using a blender or food processor.

3. Measure out 2 cups of pureed pumpkin*
4. In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs; mix well.
5. Combine dry ingredients
6. Stir dry ingredients into creamed mixture just until moistened. Stir in pumpkin puree.
7. Scoop batter into prepared muffin liners.
8. Bake for up to 25 minutes or until muffins spring back when touched or a toothpick comes out clean.

*Make Muffin Tops instead
(Chef Lori’s Favorite)

Scoop pumpkin batter about 2 inches apart directly onto silicone or parchment paper lined cookie sheet. Bake for up to 10 minutes. Sprinkle with powdered sugar when cooled.

Pumpkin FAQS
Choose a “Pie Pumpkin” for cooking (about the size of a small canteloupe)
Three pounds of fresh pumpkin will yield about 3 cups mashed cooked pumpkin
Pureed pumpkin can be stored refigerated for up to 3 days and frozen for up to 1 year
Pumpkin puree an excellent source of vitamin A, low in sodium and fat-free
Most recipes that call for winter squash or sweet potatoes may be successfully prepare by substituting pumpkin puree

Not Even Close to Low Calorie Cream Cheese Whipped Icing
INGREDIENTS
1 cup cold Whipping Cream 1 cup sugar
8 oz cream cheese

DIRECTIONS
1. Chill whisk and metal bowl in freezer. Pour whipping cream into bowl and whip to soft peaks.
2. Add softened cream cheese and vanilla to whipped cream. Until blended.
3. Pipe icing onto muffin with pastry bag and tip or serve icing in bowl

Pumpkin Pancakes
Substitute 1/2 cup pumpkin puree for the same quantity of milk in your favorite pancake recipe. Cook as usual.

Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
Clean seeds in cold water removing any pulp and string.
Boil seeds for 15 minutes in salted water
Drain seeds, dry in clean towel and toss in olive oil
Roast in 300 degree oven until golden brown. (up to 1 hour)
Cool and eat!