[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.

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Recipe: Oaxacan Mole Wrapped Duck Confit Enchiladad, with Queso Requeson and a Pumpkin Seed and Raisin Escabeche
Chef: Cory Morris

Standard Poultry Brine Ingredients:
Water – 10 L
Ice – 10,000 g
Salt – 1250 g
Brown sugar – 325 g
Orange quarters – 500 g
Star anise – 20 g
Cinnamon sticks – 10 g
Juniper berries – 10 g
Thyme sprigs – 20 g
Ground black peppercorns – 20 g
Bay leaf – 2 g

Duck Leg Confit Ingredients:
Duck legs – 10 ea
Standard poultry brine – 1 recipe
Rendered Duck fat – 2 gal

Method:
The day before, add legs to brine, cover and refrigerate for 24 hours. The next day, preheat oven to 275°F. Melt duck fat over low heat and place duck legs in an even layer in 4″ hotel pans. Pour warm duck fat on top of legs to cover by at least 1″. Cover pans tightly with aluminum foil and place on a cooling rack. Strain duck fat, being careful not to mix the depot liquid with the fat (you may lose some of the fat, but it’s alright, refrigerate for later use.

Oaxacan Mole Enchilada Ingredients:
Ancho chiles – 25 g
Nora chiles – 25 g
Hot water – 100 g
Garlic cloves – 12 g
Roasted garlic – 25 g
Sesame seeds – 50 g
Stale baguette – 25 g
Corn tortillas – 25 g
Marcona almonds – 22 g
Raisins – 15 g
Canela stick, 4″ long – 1 ea
Cloves – 1 ea
Allspice berries – 1 ea
Thyme sprigs – 2 ea
Chopped onion – 125 g
Small dice green plantain – 50 g
Lard – 62 g
Tomatillos – 37 g
Tomatoes – 56 g
Mexican chocolate – 25 g
Kappa Carrageeneen – 14 g

Method:
Fry and soak the ancho chiles and nora chiles in hot water for 20 minutes. Place in blender and puree with soaking water.

Dice and fry stale baguette until golden

Using half of the lard at the lowest temperature, fry the marcona almonds, raisins, canela stick, cloves, allspice berries, chopped onion and green plantain until onions are soft.

Place tomatoes, tomatillos and friend nut/herb/spice mixture into a vita prep and puree until smooth, adding enough water to keep the blades moving. Heat remaining lard in a large saucepot. Add all the blended ingredients (minus chili puree) and cook over low heat for 45 minutes. Add chili puree and cook for 1 hour. Add chocolate and stir until melted. Strain through a fine mess strainer, season with salt and sugar to taste. Bring mix back to a boil and add kappa carrageenen. Cook for 2 minutes and pour on to a half sheet tray to cool (make sure mixture is hot). Once cool, cut into 4 in X 4 in sheets and stuff with duck confit and cheese.

Garnish with pumpkin seed and raisin escabeche.

Pumpkin Seed Mole Brittle Ingredients:
Granulated sugar – 400 g
Corn Syrup – 275 g
Water – 200 g
Pumpkin seeds – 150 g
Whole butter – 23 g
Cumin – 7 g
Dark Chili Powder – 7 g
Cocoa powder – 60 g
Chayane powder – 0.5 g
Sea salt – 2 g

Method:
Put a 24- by 12-inch sheet of parchment on a work surface and anchor corners with pieces of tape. Bring sugar, water, and sea salt to a boil in a 2-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Cook mixture, without stirring, washing down any sugar crystals from side of pan with a pastry brush dipped in cold water, until syrup registers 238°F (soft-ball stage) on thermometer, 10 to 12 minutes (sugar syrup will be colorless). Remove from heat and stir in seeds , with a wooden spoon, then continue stirring until syrup crystallizes, 3 to 4 minutes.

Return pan to moderate heat and cook, stirring constantly, until sugar melts completely (sugar will continue to dry and become grainy before melting) and turns a deep caramel color, 4 to 5 minutes more (seeds will be toasted) Add Butter and remaining spices, stir in to incorporate. Carefully pour hot caramel mixture onto parchment and carefully cover with another sheet. Immediately roll out (between sheets of parchment) as thinly as possible with a rolling pin, pressing firmly. Remove top sheet of parchment and immediately cut brittle into pieces with a heavy knife or pizza wheel. Cool brittle completely, then peel paper from bottom. (Alternately, break brittle into pieces once cool.)

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