[Latin Name] Tribulus terrestris

[Specification] Saponins 90%

[Appearance] Brown powder

Plant Part Used: Fruit

[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 Tribulus terrestris?]

Tribulus terrestris is a vine that has been used as a general tonic (energy) and herbal treatment for impotence, but is found primarily in dietary supplements marketed for increasing testosterone levels in bodybuilders and power athletes. The idea behind tribulus is that it may increase testosterone levels indirectly by raising blood levels of another hormone, luteinizing hormone.

[Function]

1) Enhance men’s sexual ability.

2) Relieving muscle spasm and cramps;
3) Anti-myocardial ischemia and cerebral ischemia;
4) Relieving stress , regulating blood fat, and reducing cholesterol;
5) Promoting sex gland hormones;
6) Anti-aging and anti cancer;
7) Diuretic, anti-calculus of the urethra, reducing the risk of urinary stone disease and disorder;
8) Promoting muscle growth efficiently, helping the body to be strong and letting muscle to play potential role.

Stevia grows best in upland areas in sub-tropical climate. In other places it can be grown as an annual. The plant prefers a lightly textured, well-drained soil to which organic matter has been added. It needs ample water so that the soil is consistently moist, but not wet. In hot, sunny climates it will do best in semi-shade. Propagation is from seed sown in spring, but germination rates can be low-expect half the seeds sown not to germinate. Plant seedlings out once all danger of frost is over. Leaves are best harvested just before flowering. The plants will also grow from cuttings,which are best taken in late winter.The concentration of stevioside in the leaves of Stevia increasing when the plants are grown under long day condition.While, cultivating stevia on a large scale, it can be grown in well-drained red soil and sandy loam soil. The soil should be in the pH range of 6.5-7.5. Saline soils should be avoided to cultivate this plant.

Stevia can be successfully cultivated all around the year all over India expect theareas, which receive snowfall, or temperatures go below 5 degree Celsius in winter.The summer temperatures actually do not affect this plant if the high summer temperatures have already been factored in the cultivation practices.Since seed germination rate is very poor,it is propagated vegetative. Though stem cuttings are used for vegetative tissue culture plants have proven to be the best planting material for Stevia. Tissue culture plants of Stevia are genetically pure, free from pathogens and haveexcellent vigor. The tissue culture plants can be planted throughout the year,expect during peak summer. An ideal planting density is 40,000 plants per acre with spacing of 25×40 cm in a raised bed system. The soil can be enriched with abasal dressing of 25 tons of well rotten farmyard manure/hectare

Soil Type
Stevia requires very good drainage any soil that retain the moisture for very long period of time are unsuitable for Stevia cultivation and should be religiously avoided.Red soil and sandy loam with a 6-7 pH are best for the cultivation of Stevia.

Raised bed preparation
Forming raised beds is the most economical way to grow Stevia. The raised bed should be of 15 cm in height and 60 cm in width. The distance between each plant 23 cm. This would give a plant population of around 40,000 per acre.

Planting Material
There are basically two options for multiplication. The first is the tissue culture and second the stem cutting. Tissue culture is the best option but many farmers are tempted to try the stem cutting method for multiplication. As per practical experience, stem cutting is sometimes more expensive to produce than the tissue culture since the success rate of the stem cuttings establishment is very low, it takes minimum of 25 weeks for the stem cutting to develop in proper feeding roots for transplantation (younger stem cuttings transplants have shown more than 50% mortality in first few weeks of transplants in main field).

Harvesting
Another important aspect of harvesting is the timing of harvest. It should be noted that at no point of time plants should be allowed to flower since after flowering the Stevioside percentage goes down rapidly and leaves are rendered unmarketable. Leaves are harvested by plucking in a small quantity, or the entire plant with the side branches is cut leaving 10 to 15 cm from the base.The first harvesting can be done four to five months after planting. Subsequent harvesting can be done every three months, for five consecutive years. The sweetener in the leaf is maximum till the plant flowers. Just before flowering, the plant should be cut completely leaving 10 cm from the ground. The new flush of leaves will sprout from here. The new plant will be ready for harvest again in three months. The plant yields around 3000 kg of dried leaves from an acre of plantation every year. Harvesting should be done as late as possible, since cool autumn temperatures and shorter days tend to intensify the sweetness of the plants as they evolve into a reproductive state.

Unlocking the sweetness in your harvest
Once all leaves have been harvested it’s required to dry them. This can be
accomplished on a net. The drying process is not one that requires excessive heat;more important is good air circulation. On a moderately warm fall day, stevia crop can be quick dried in the full sun in about 12 hours. (Drying times longer than that will lower the stevioside content of the final product.)
Crushing the dried leaves is the final step in releasing stevia’s sweetening power. The
dried leaves are powdered, sieved and the fine powder is stored in containers. This can be done either by hand or, for greater effect, in a coffee grinder or in a special blender for herbs.

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Cancer is a chronic disease that has affected human beings for hundreds of years. Because of the severity of this disease and the organs that it usually targets, cancer is one of the most feared and dangerous conditions you can develop.
Many cancer cases originate from genetic factors, but it’s also been shown that lifestyle choices may have as much to do with it as anything else.
Along these lines, frequent exposure to toxins and pollutants in your environment might increase your cancer risk. Other substances that are used to process food or genetically modify it may also be related to this dangerous disease.
There’s no doubt that consuming natural foods that are 100% organic and pesticide-free may help prevent a variety of disorders and health problems.
That’s why in today’s article we want to talk about 10 cancer fighting foods that everyone should add to their diet in order to live a healthier life. Find out now!
1. Red wine
Drinking a glass of red wine every day is a great way to provide your body with important antioxidants and vitamins.
Despite the alcohol content, red wine contains resveratrol, an active ingredient that has been shown to inhibit the growth of cancer cells in various parts of the body.
2. Pomegranate
This fruit, which you can eat whole or simply drink the juice, has a high content of antioxidants that slows the effects of free radicals, the main cause of cellular damage.
Regular consumption of pomegranate slows the migration of malignant cells, reducing the chance of metastasis occurring.
3. Green tea
Green tea has become very popular thanks to its ability to help you lose weight and fight cancer.
It contains polyphenols and other antioxidants that prevent cancer cell division, both fighting tumors and reducing their chance of developing in the following regions:
• The colon
• The rectum
• The pancreas
• The lungs
• The liver
• The breasts
4. Broccoli
Broccoli is one of those green vegetables that everyone should be eating, at least a few times a month. It contains a high concentration of fiber, which helps remove harmful waste from the intestines.
Broccoli also contains a compound known as sulforaphane that promotes detox for your liver and prevents tumor growth throughout your gastrointestinal system.
5. Coffee
The consumption and even topical use of coffee could have a positive effect when it comes to preventing skin cancer. This is because caffeine neutralizes a protein called ATR, destroying cells that have been damaged by exposure to the sun’s harmful UV rays.
6. Garlic
This powerful medicinal food is not only the world’s best natural antibiotic – garlic is also a known cancer fighting food.
Sulfur and a high content of vitamins and minerals helps garlic prevent a variety of cancers, including those of the:
• Esophagus
• Lungs
• Colon
• Stomach
7. Nuts
Nuts contain certain molecules known as phytosterols, which block estrogen receptors while slowing the growth of malignant cells.
When you add them to your diet they could help by reducing your risk of:
• Breast cancer
• Prostate cancer
• Colon cancer
8. Citrus foods
Citrus fruits like lemons, oranges, and grapefruits contain large quantities of limonene, a substance that stimulates lymphocytes to fight against certain types of cancer.
9. Peaches
According to several studies, peaches contain certain nutrients that can kill cancer cells that inhabit certain important body tissues.
Peach extract has much promise in the development of future treatments for breast cancer because it targets the damaged cells without attacking those that are healthy.
10. Oregano
This aromatic herb so often used in the kitchen also contains carvacrool, a compound that kill malignant cells that are found in the prostate.
In addition to this, it’s been shown to fight inflammation and infection, both of which are important when it comes to reducing your cancer risk.
Should you be eating large quantities of these foods?
Use caution! Just because these foods have some properties that prevent or fight cancer doesn’t mean you should eat them day in and day out. The key is to start adding them to your diet, always in healthy portions.
It’s also important to remember that while they may have some beneficial impact against cancer, it doesn’t make them miracle cures or treatments in and of themselves.
Strive to maintain a healthy diet and if you are genuinely at risk don’t hesitate to see a doctor.