Siberian Ginseng Extract

Key Words: American Ginseng Extract

[Latin Name]  Acanthopanax senticosus (Rupr. Maxim.) Harms

[Specification] Eleuthroside ≧0.8%

[Appearance] Light yellow powder

Plant Part Used: Root

[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 Siberian Ginseng?]

Eleutherococcus, also known as eleuthero or Siberian ginseng, grows in mountain forests and is native to eastern Asia including China, Japan, and Russia. Traditional Chinese Medicine has used eleutherococcus for reducing lethargy, fatigue, and low stamina as well as increasing endurance and resilience to environmental stresses. Eleutherococcus is considered an “adaptogen,” a term that describes herbs or other substances that, when ingested, appears to help an organism increase resistance to stress. There is strong evidenceEleutherococcus senticosus increases endurance and mental performance in patients with mild fatigue and weakness.

[Benefits]

Eleutherococcus senticosus is a pretty awesome plant and has a lot more benefits that just the graphic above highlights. Here are some of the ones worth mentioning.

1. Energy
2. Focus
3. Anti-Anxiety
4. Anti-Fatigue
5. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
6. Common Colds
7. Immune Booster
8. Liver Detox
9. Cancer
10. Antiviral
11. High Blood Pressure
12. Insomnia
13. Bronchitis

This alcohol-free mulled wine is not only delicious, healthy and easy to make but it is also perfect if you are pregnant or teetotal. Brimming with nutrients and health benefits, this family recipe is ideal for children too.

Alcohol-free mulled wine recipe

Ingredients:

300g fresh cranberries
200g black cherries
4 tbsp honey
1300ml of filtered or spring water
A thumb-sized chunk of ginger
3 cinnamon sticks
3-4 star anise flowers
8 cardamom pods
16 cloves
2 oranges
1 lemon

Place cranberries and 300 ml of water in a pan over a medium heat. Bring to the boil (for 10-15 mins until cranberry skins split and bubbles form).

In the meantime, stone your cherries.

Turn off the heat. Add the cherries and honey.

Blend until smooth.

Stud the citrus fruit with the cloves, and slice.

Pour cherry sauce back into pan along with 1 litre of water, the spices and fruit.

Bring to the boil. After 25-30 minutes reduce to a simmer.

Serve warm. Add honey to taste.

Make your alcohol-free mulled wine in advance to greet guests with a delicious festive scent upon arrival.

*Cherries are brimming with free radical-fighting antioxidants (also great for healthy skin cells and memory) and phytosterols (known to reduce bad blood cholesterol).
*Cranberries are rich in vitamin C, as well as having anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits.
*Cinnamon is known to lower blood sugar levels and reduce the risk of heart disease.
*Star anise is antifungal, antibacterial and has antioxidant properties.
*Honey is ideal for soothing sore throats and treating coughs, as well as having numerous nutritional benefits.

Wishing you a very happy and healthy festive season from Natural Mumma!

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