[Latin Name] Epimedium sagittatnm Maxim

[Plant Source] Leaf

[Specification] Icariin 10% 20% 40% 50%

[Appearance] Light yellow fine powder

Plant Part Used: Leaf

[Particle size]80Mesh

[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 Epimedium?]

Epimedium extract is a popular aphrodisiac supplement and herbal sexual performance enhancer.It has a long history of traditional use in China for the alleviation of erectile dysfunction and for improving libido and fertility.

Also known as Horny Goat Weed, this supplement supposedly got its name after a farmer noticed that his flock of goats were particularly aroused after eating flowers of a specific type. These Epimedium flowers contain icariin, which is a natural compound that increases blood flow to sexual organs and promotes sex drive. Icariin has been found to increase Nitric Oxide synthesis as well as inhibiting the activity of the PDE-5 enzyme

[Icariin in Epimedium Extract]

Epimedium extracts powder contain an active phytochemical called icariin.Icariin has been observed to exhibit a number of useful traits, including renoprotective (liver protecting) hepatoprotective (kidney protecting), cardioprotective (heart protecting) and neuroprotective (brain protecting) effects.

It is also an antioxidant and can cause vasodilation. It exhibits antimicrobial characteristics and is thought to act as an aphrodisiac.

Icariin is classified as a flavonol glycoside, which is a type of flavonoid. Specifically, icariin is the 8-prenyl derivation of kaempferol 3,7-O-diglucoside, a prevalent and important flavonoid.

[Function]

1. Combat mental and physical fatigue;

2. Induce vasodilation and improve circulation;

3. Lower blood pressure in hypertensive patients;

4. Improve symptoms of erectile dysfunction (ED) through its action as a PDE5  inhibitor;

5. Improve the use of free testosterone in the blood;

6. Increase libido;

7. Alleviate symptoms of depression and stimulate improved cognitive function;

8. Protect against neurological degeneration.

Here is what you’ll need!

Serving Size: 4 parfaits

INGREDIENTS

Brownies

1 box brownie mix

1/3 cup espresso / strong coffee

1/3 cup vegetable oil

1 egg

Filling

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup powdered sugar

16 ounces mascarpone cheese

1 tablespoon espresso powder

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

PREPARATION

- Pre-heat oven to 350ºF
- Combine brownie mix, egg, coffee, and vegetable oil into a large bowl, and mix well. Pour batter into a parchment lined 10 x 15 inch baking sheet, for about 10 minutes.
- While the brownie is baking and cooling, mix mascarpone cheese, espresso powder. and vanilla extra together in a bowl until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream and gradually add in powdered sugar. When the cream is whipped, add to the mascarpone cheese mixture and gently fold until homogenous.
- Take the brownie out from the baking sheet put on a flat surface, then use either a mason jar lid or a cookie cutter to cut out as many circles as you can.
- To assemble the tiramisu, alternate the cream and brownie, starting with the cream.
- Chill tiramisu in the fridge for an hour.
- To serve, dust with cocoa powder and/or espresso powder. Enjoy!

ANNOTATION LINKS:
Churro Ice Cream Bowl: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5bEFE6Mw-fM
Chocolate-Covered Cheesecake Bites: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LvLXhIea2t0

MUSIC
Gladsome Girl
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Biology Biomolecules Plants part 9 (Polysaccharides) CBSE class 11 XI