[Latin Name] Amorphophallus konjac

[Plant Source] from China

[Specifications] Glucomannan85%-90%

[Appearance] White or cream-color powder

Plant Part Used:Root

[Particle size] 120 Mesh

[Loss on drying] ≤10.0%

[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

[Introduction]

Konjac is a plant that is found in China, Japan and Indonesia. The plant is part of the genus Amorphophallus. Typically, it thrives in the warmer regions of Asia.

The extract of the Konjac root is referred to as Glucomannan. Glucomannan is a fiber-like substance traditionally used in food recipes, but now it is utilized as an alternative means of weight loss. Along with this benefit, konjac extract contains other benefits for the rest of the body as well.

The main material of the natural konjac gum is fresh konjac, which grow in virgin forest in Hubei area. We use advanced method to distill the KGM, aminophenol, Ca, Fe, Se which are good for health. Konjac is known as“ the seventh nutriment for human”.

Konjac Gum with its special water holiding capacity, stability, emulsibility, thickening property,suspension property and gel propery can especially adopted in food industry.

[Main Function]

1.It could reduce postprandial glycemia, blood cholesterol and blood pressure.

2.It could control appetite and reduce body weight.

3.It could increase insulin sensitivity.
4.It could control insulin resistant syndrome and diabetesII development.
5.It could reduce heart disease.

[Application]

1) Gelatinizer(jelly, pudding, Cheese, soft candy, jam );

2) Stabilizer(meat, beer);

3) Film Former(capsule, preservative)

4) Water-keeping agent( Baked Foodstuff );

5) Thickener (Konjac Noodles, Konjac Stick, Konjac Slice, Konjac Imitating Food stuff);

6) Adherence agent( Surimi );

7) Foam Stabilizer (ice cream, cream, beer)

Maitake is an edible mushroom species often referred to as “hen of the woods.” Containing specific beta-glucan polysaccharides, known as grifolan and D-fraction, it is especially helpful for stimulating immune functions with many studies on its beneficial antitumor effects. Learn about our top recommended extract choices for nutritional supplementation as well as harvesting or cultivating your own maitake and how to use and prepare it.

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Mushroom Wisdom Maitake D-Fraction Pro 4X Liquid, 1oz – https://amzn.to/1yfLu63
Mushroom Wisdom Maitake D-Fraction, 120caps – https://amzn.to/1M7HMau
Mushroom Science Maitake Full Spectrum Extract, 90 caps – https://bit.ly/1By7HQn
Mushroom Wisdom Maitake D-Fraction Immune System Support, 2oz – https://amzn.to/2gr3Hgb
Organic Maitake Mushroom Growing Kit – https://amzn.to/2fWTt8S
Maitake Mushroom Pieces, Mountain Rose Herbs, Organic, 1oz-1lb – https://bit.ly/2fKARpS
Maitake Extract, Mountain Rose Herbs, 1-4oz – https://bit.ly/2grahmE
Planetary Formulas Full Spectrum Maitake Mushroom, 60tabs – https://amzn.to/2g9HxOT

Super Mushrooms Store: https://bit.ly/1GGruBG

Maitake Page: https://bit.ly/1Gtn8KE

Additional Sourced Info:

Effect of Maitake (Grifola frondosa) D-Fraction on the activation of NK cells in cancer patients: https://1.usa.gov/1C8rl97
Administration of a polysaccharide from Grifola frondosa stimulates immune function: https://1.usa.gov/1GtmuNl
Maitake: The Magnificent ‘Dancing’ Mushroom: https://huff.to/1wfz3qH
Antitumor effect of polysaccharide grifolan NMF-5N on syngeneic tumor: https://1.usa.gov/1wvRVGM
Relationship between solubility of grifolan, a fungal 1,3-beta-D-glucan, and production of tumor necrosis factor by macrophages: https://1.usa.gov/19cW4VL
Immune-enhancing effects of Maitake (Grifola frondosa) and Shiitake (Lentinula edodes) extracts: https://1.usa.gov/18BCqBC
Synergistic potentiation of D-fraction with vitamin C as possible alternative approach for cancer therapy: https://1.usa.gov/1Bsv1QG
Can maitake MD-fraction aid cancer patients?: https://1.usa.gov/1Bsvgvj
Genes Related to Suppression of Malignant Phenotype Induced by Maitake D-Fraction in Breast Cancer Cells: https://1.usa.gov/1xeaU3E
Enhancement of cytotoxicity of NK cells by D-Fraction, a polysaccharide from Grifola frondosa: https://bit.ly/1E6WCEt
The Pharmacological Potential of Mushrooms: https://1.usa.gov/1GGr6TE
Maitake (Grifola frondosa) improve glucose tolerance of experimental diabetic rats: https://1.usa.gov/1MuuBNj
Anti-diabetic activity present in the fruit body of Grifola frondosa (Maitake): https://1.usa.gov/1C8rZTY
Maitake Mushroom Extracts Ameliorate Progressive Hypertension: https://1.usa.gov/18BCIZn
The effect of maitake mushrooms on liver and serum lipids: https://1.usa.gov/1NM2HxV

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.

Excuse me if I don’t come across as enthusiastic like I am in my other videos like I normally do, but I had a bit of a cold this week. But what isn’t cold is this heartwarming, delicious Pumpkin and Pear soup that you will definitely want to make this time of the year.

All the ingredients as listed:

1 Hokkaido pumpkin
2 common pears or a pear of your choice
A finger sized ginger root
2 shallots
6 cups (1.5 liters) of water
1 tsp of chili powder and for decoration (optional)
1 TBSP of cinnamon
2 tsp of white sugar
Salt
Pepper
A handful of pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds and pine nuts (optional)

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