[Latin Name] Andrographis paniculata(Burm.f.)Nees

[Plant Source] Whole herb

[Specification] Andrographolides 10%-98% HPLC

[Appearance] White powder

Plant Part Used: Herb

[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 Andrographis?]

Andrographis paniculata is a bitter tasting annual plant, referred to as the “King of Bitters.” It has white-purple flowers and it is native to Asia and India where it has been valued for centuries for its numerous medicinal benefits. Over the past decade, andrographis has become popular in America where it is often used alone and in combination with other herbs for a variety of health purposes.

[How does it work?]

According to Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, the active ingredient in andrographis is andrographolides. Due to the andrographolides, andrographis has potent anti-inflammatory and antimalarial properties. It also has antimicrobial properties, meaning it can help to fight off and prevent infections from harmful microorganisms such as viruses, bacteria and fungi. In addition, andrographis is a powerful antioxidant and it can help to prevent free radical induced damage to your cells and DNA

[Function]

Cold and Flu

Scientists have discovered that andrographis helps to boost the immune system by stimulating the body’s production of antibodies and macrophages, which are large white blood cells that scavenge harmful microorganisms. It is taken for both the prevention and treatment of the common cold, and it is often referred to as Indian echinacea. It might help lessen the severity of cold symptoms such as sleeplessness, fever, nasal drainage and sore throat.

Cancer, Viral Infections and Heart Health

Andrographis may also help to prevent and treat cancer, and preliminary studies done in test tubes found that extracts of andrographis help to treat stomach, skin, prostate and breast cancer. Due to the herb’s antiviral properties, andrographis is used to treat herpes and it is also currently being studied as a treatment for Aids and HIV as well. Andrographis also promotes heart health and can help to prevent the formation of blood clots as well as to dissolve already formed blood clots. In addition, the herb relaxes smooth muscles in the walls of blood vessels and thereby helps to reduce high blood pressure.

Additional Benefits

Andrographis is used to promote gallbladder and digestive health. It also helps to support and strengthen the liver and it is used in combination with other herbs in several Ayurvedic formulations to treat liver disorders. Finally, andrographis extracts taken orally have been found to help neutralize the poisonous effects of snake venom.

Dosage and Precautions

The therapeutic dose of andrographis is 400 mg, twice daily, for up to 10 days. Although andrographis is considered safe in humans, the NYU Langone Medical Center warns that animal studies suggest that it may impair fertility. Andrographis may cause unwanted side effects such as headaches, fatigue, allergic reactions, nausea, diarrhea, altered taste and pain in the lymph nodes. It may also interact with certain medications and as with any supplement you should consult your health care practitioner before taking the herb.

Stevia rebaudiana is a plant species in the genus Stevia of the sunflower family (Asteraceae), commonly known as sweetleaf, sweet leaf, sugarleaf.
Stevia is widely grown for its sweet leaves, which are the source of sweetener products known generically as stevia and sold under various trade names. The active compounds are various steviol glycosides (mainly stevioside and rebaudioside), which have 250–300 times the sweetness of sugar.

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Potato Peas Toast / Fry Recipe- JK’s Kitchen
INGREDIENTS (1 — 2 TOAST)
1 Boiled Potato for 2 Toasts
1/2 Cup Boil Vegetables (Carrot, Cabbage, Cauliflower)
1 Cup Boil Peas
2 — 4 Bread Slice
1 Tsp. Corn Flour
2 Tsp. Ginger Garlic And Chili Chopped
½ Tsp. Red Chili Powder
½ Tsp. Dhania Powder
½ Tsp. Gharam Masala Powder
½ Tsp. Cumin Powder (Jeera Powder)
½ Tsp. Chat Masala
2 Tsp. Tomato Ketchup
Semolina / Suji
Salt to Taste
Oil for Deep Fry / Toast

INSTRUCTIONS
 Add boil vegetables in potato and mash it properly with A Spoon or Spatula.
 Add Red Chili Powder, Dhania Powder, Gharam Masala Powder, Jeera Powder, Salt, Ginger, Garlic, Chili and Corn Flour And Mix Everything Well.
 Add half boil peas in it and roughly mash it.
 Add tomato ketchup and chat masala and mix it properly
 Take one bread slice spread the filling evenly on bread press it lightly so that filling stick to bread
 Add some boil peas on its top and cover it with second bread and cut the sides of bread.
 Heat the oil for toast or deep fry. slide the bread slice in medium hot oil and fry / toast it till it become golden brown and crispy on both the sides.
 Drain the fried bread slice on the tissue paper / paper towel to soak out excess oil
 Serve it with ketchup or chili sauce.

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