[Latin Name] Glycine max(L.) Mere

[Specification] 90%; 95%

[Appearance] White powder

[Melting point] 134-142℃

[Particle size] 80Mesh

[Loss on drying] ≤2.0%

[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 Phytosterol?]

Phytosterols are compounds found in plants that resemble cholesterol. The National Institutes of Heath report that there are over 200 different phytosterols, and the highest concentrations of phytosterols are found naturally in vegetable oils, beans and nuts. Their benefits are so recognized that foods are being fortified with phytosterols. At the supermarket, you may see orange juice or margarine advertising phytosterol contents. After reviewing the health benefits, you may want to add phytosterol-rich foods to your diet.

[Benefits]

Cholesterol-Lowering Benefits

The most well-known, and scientifically proven, benefit of phytosterols is their ability to help lower cholesterol. A phytosterol is a plant compound that is similar to cholesterol. A study in the 2002 issue of “Annual Review of Nutrition” explains that phytosterols actually compete for absorption with cholesterol in the digestive tract. While they prevent the absorption of regular dietary cholesterol, they themselves are not easily absorbed, which leads to a total lower cholesterol level. The cholesterol-lowering benefit does not end with a good number on your blood work report. Having lower cholesterol leads to other benefits, such as a reduced risk for heart disease, stroke and heart attacks.

Cancer Protection Benefits

Phytosterols have also been found to help protect against the development of cancer. The July 2009 issue of the” European Journal of Clinical Nutrition” offers encouraging news in the fight against cancer. Researchers at the University of Manitoba in Canada report that there is evidence that phytosterols help prevent ovarian, breast, stomach and lung cancer. Phytosterols do this by preventing the production of cancer cells, stopping the growth and spread of cells that are already in existence and actually encouraging the death of cancer cells. Their high anti-oxidant levels are believed to be one way phytosterols help fight cancer. An anti-oxidant is a compound that fights free radical damage, which is negative effects on the body produced by cells that are unhealthy.

Skin Protection Benefits

A lesser known benefit of phytosterols involves skin care. One of the contributing factors in the aging of the skin is the breakdown and loss of collagen — the main component in connective skin tissue — and sun exposure is a major contributor to the problem. As the body ages, it is not able to produce collagen as it once did. The German medical journal “Der Hautarzt” reports a study in which various topical preparations were tested on skin for 10 days. The topical treatment that showed anti-aging benefits to the skin was the one that contained phytosterols and other natural fats. It is reported that phytosterols not only stopped the slow-down of collagen production that can be caused by the sun, it actually encouraged new collagen production.

Dieser Salat erinnert mich an Frühling! Ein ganz simpler Salat, der nicht viele Zutaten braucht und schnell gemacht ist. Die Basis bilden hier Karotten, gemischt mit Gurke. Ich habe auch noch ein paar Linsen (Proteine!) und Quinoa (Proteine und Kohlenhydrate!) dazugegeben. Damit ist der Salat ein wirklich guter „All-Rounder“. Ich esse ihn gerne mit noch ein wenig zerkleinertem Feta-Käse drüber. Wer den aber nicht mag, kann ihn ganz einfach weglassen.

Das Rezept findet ihr hier:

Quinoa Linsen Karotten Salat
(für 2 Portionen)

50g Quinoa
50g rote Linsen
2 Karotten
½ Gurke
2 EL Sonnenblumenkerne
2 EL Kürbiskerne
100g Bio Feta-Käse, zerbröselt (optional)

Dressing:
1 Bio-Zitrone
Schale einer ½ Bio-Zitrone
½ EL Olivenöl
½ EL Apfelessig
½ EL Ahornsirup
2 Prisen Paprika
½ TL Meersalz

Quinoa heiß abwaschen, sodass die Bitterstoffe entfernt werden. Quinoa und Linsen in einem Topf mit 300ml Wasser zum Kochen bringen und auf unterer Hitze für rund 12-15 Minuten köcheln lassen. Sollte das Wasser bereits verkocht sein, die Quinoa aber noch nicht durch, ein wenig mehr Wasser hinzufügen.
Karotten gründlich abwaschen und gegebenenfalls mit einem Sparschäler schälen. Mit einer Küchenreibe Karotten und Gurke zerkleinern.
Alle Zutaten für das Dressing in einer kleinen Schüssel miteinander verrühren.
In einer kleinen Pfanne Sonnenblumenkerne und Kürbiskerne auf mittlerer Hitze anbraten, bis die Kerne leicht bräunlich werden.
Quinoa und Linsen von der Herdplatte nehmen und abkühlen lassen.
Geriebene Karotten, Gurke, gekochtes Quinoa und Linsen in einer großen Schüssel vermischen und das Dressing hinzugeben.
Anschließend mit den angerösteten Kernen (und Feta-Käse) überstreuen.

This salad reminds me of spring! It’s a super simple salad that doesn’t need a lot of ingredients. The base are carrots, mixed with
cucumber. I’ve also added some lentils (proteins!) and quinoa (proteins and carbs!) which makes it a good all-rounder. I like to add some crumbled up feta cheese, but it’s really up to you.

Find the full recipe here:

Quinoa Lentil Carrot Salad
(2 portions)

50g quinoa
50g red lentils
2 carrots
½ cucumber
2 tbsp sunflower seeds
2 tbsp pumpkin seeds
100g feta cheese, crumbled

dressing:
1 lemonzest of ½ a lemon
½ tbsp olive oil
½ tbsp apple cider vinegar
½ tbsp maple syrup
2 pinches of hot paprika powder
½ tsp sea salt

Wash the quinoa with hot water to get rid of any bitter compounds. In a pot bring quinoa and lentils with 300ml water to boil and let it simmer on lower heat for about 12-15 minutes. If there is not enough
water, but the lentil quinoa mix needs a little bit more time, add some more water.
Wash the carrots (or peel them if not organic). Grate
the carrots and cucumber.
Mix all ingredients for the dressing in a small bowl and stir well.
In a small pan roast the sunflower & pumpkin seeds on medium heat until they turn slightly brown.
Take the quinoa lentil mix off the heat and let it cool slightly.
Mix all ingredients in a bowl and top with dressing, seeds and, if wanted, feta cheese.