[Latin Name] Salix alba L.

[Plant Source] from China

[Specifications] Salicin 15-98%

[Appearance] Yellow Brown to White powder

Plant Part Used: Bark

[Particle size] 80 Mesh

[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

Brief Introduction

Salicin is a naturally occurring compound found in the bark of several species of trees, primarily North American in origin, that are from the willow, poplar, and aspen families. White willow, from whose Latin name, Salix alba, the term salicin is derived, is the most well known source of this compound, but it is found in a number of other trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants as well being synthesized commercially. It is a member of the glucoside family of chemicals and is used as an analgesic and antipyretic. Salicin is used as a precursor for the synthesis of salicylic acid and acetylsalicylic acid, commonly known as aspirin.

A colorless, crystalline solid in its pure form, salicin has the chemical formula C13H18O7. Part of its chemical structure is equivalent to the sugar glucose, meaning it is classified as a glucoside. It is soluble, but not strongly so, in water and alcolhol. Salicin has a bitter taste and is a natural analgesic and antipyretic, or fever reducer. In large quantities, it can be toxic, and overdoses may lead to liver and kidney damage. In its raw form, it may be mildly irritating to skin, respiratory organs, and eyes.

Function

1. Salicin is used to ease pain and reduce inflammation.

2. Relieve acute and chronic pain, including headache, back and neck pain, muscle aches, and menstrual cramps; Control arthritis discomforts.

3. Relieve acute and chronic pain.

4. It has the same effect on the body as aspirin without any of the side effects.

5. It is an anti-inflammatory, a fever reducer, an analgesic, an anti-rheumatic, and an astringent. Specifically, it helps to relieve headaches.

Application

1.Anti-inflammatory, anti-rheumatic,

2.Reduce a fever,

3.Use as an analgesic and astringent,

4.Relieve headache,

5.Ease pain caused by rheumatism, arthritis, and carpal tunnel syndrome.

Stevia, steviol glycosides, stevioside, rebaudioside

We made Butternut Squash Pancakes in the Connecting Kitchen today! Trying to get your kids to eat vegetables can be challenging. Using butternut squash as the main ingredient in these savory pancakes topped with maple syrup, not only tempts your kids, but teaches them that there are many different ways to prepare vegetables. Don’t give up! And when they help you cook it they are more likely to eat it.
Here is the recipe… Although we made these with parmesan cheese, I think they would be much better without so I left it out of the recipe that follows.
Butternut Squash Pancakes
2 cups roasted and mashed butternut squash (1 squash)
2/3 c plain yogurt
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon salt
black pepper to taste
2 teaspoon baking powder
2 cups all-purpose flour
Olive oil for frying pan
In a large bowl, whisk squash, yogurt, eggs, salt, pepper and baking powder until smooth. Add flour and stir until just combined. Batter will be thick.
Heat a large frying pan over medium heat. Coat the bottom with olive oil, and spoon pancake batter, a 1/4 cup at a time. Press the back of the batter mound to flatten the pancake slightly. Cook until golden brown on one side, flip and then cook until golden brown on the second side.
To roast squash: Cut in half and remove seeds. Roast face-down on an oiled baking sheet at 375 for 40 to 50 minutes, until tender.