Chinese Herbs

Why consume Astragalus? Astragalus powde (Astragalus membranaceus) is a food and is used as part of a balanced diet. For us, Astragalus is perfect on a raw diet, a vegetarian diet, and pretty much any diet. It is best to do your own research on Astragalus. Unfortunately, we are not allowed to provide any further information here, since according to Swiss and EU food law, foods are not allowed to have any properties or effects that are not legally anchored. What makes our Astragalus special? SamaraNatura sources its organically grown Astragalus roots of the highest quality from China, where they receive the Ecocert organic seal at the point of cultivation. Unfortunately, herbs from China are often heavily contaminated with pesticides; This is another reason why organic cultivation and certification are so important to us. The roots are processed gently and at a low temperature so that all components are preserved. Our tragacanth powder is processed without heat. The Importance of Astragalus Astragalus has been used and appreciated by Asian peoples for thousands of years. Also known as Huang Qi or Mongolian Astragalus, this warming root is one of the 60 essential herbs in China. Astragalus is the root of one of the most important plants in China. The herbalists of China discovered and studied it over 2000 years ago. Usage Tips We've experimented with Astragalus and Fo-Ti (many-flowered knotweed) in both hot and cold drinks. This combination is really good, tastes wonderful and gives an energy boost to the body and mind from our experience. The new batch of tragacanth powder is no longer sweet, but has a slightly bitter taste. Nevertheless, it can be stirred well into juices, smoothies, nut milk or any other beverage, whether hot or cold. For a hot drink, boil about 2.4 grams (1 teaspoon) of the ground, dried root in water for a few minutes and then brew the tea. Nutritional values/Valeurs nutritives per/par 100g (serving 1TL = 2.4g) Energy value 1181kJ/283kcal (28kJ/7kcal)Fat 2.5g (0.06g)-of which saturated fat 0.78g (0.02g)Carbohydrates 28.1g (0.7g)-of which sugar 12.3g (0.3g)Fiber 37.4g (0.9g)Protein 18.3g (0.4g)Salt 0.05g (0.001g)

Fo-Ti Powder - Ancient Chinese tonic Update: The new batch of Fo-Ti powder comes from a different producer. The Fo-Ti powder is also certified organic and of very good quality. However, it is lighter, finer ground and slightly sweet on the tongue, with a tart finish -> on the right in the picture. Fo-Ti is a very popular and highly valued plant in China. Fo-Ti powder is made from the tuberous root of the plant that grows in the mountains of central and southern China. Together with the goji berry, it is one of the most popular natural products. Fo-Ti is also known by the name "He Shou Wu", which literally means "black-haired Mr. He", referring to an ancient story in which a Mr. He restored his vitality, sexual potency and youthful appearance by consuming the plant could. Millions of men and women in the Far East use He Shou Wu for its invigorating properties. Why we love Fo-Ti The tea has a slightly sweet, earthy taste and is really excellent, also as an iced tea! If you still don't like Fo-Ti tea, you can mix the root powder into your favorite drink. We like to drink Fo-Ti tea, especially in stressful times. SamaraNatura Bio Fo-Ti (He Shou Wu) powder Our Fo-Ti is a traditionally processed Fo-Ti and therefore not a raw food product. It is made by slicing the roots shortly after they are harvested and boiling them in a black bean soup. The roots prepared in this way are then dried and ground to a fine powder. The powder is 100% organic Fo-Ti powder. There are also producers who also cook soy sauce. However, this is not the case with our Fo-Ti powder. This is how Fo-Ti has been made for around 1500 years. The type of preparation gives the root its particularly energizing properties. Use Half to a teaspoon of powder twice a day, morning and afternoon. You can add hot water to the powder or add it to juices, smoothies and other drinks. It also goes well with desserts. Fo-Ti is considered particularly safe in Asia and is suitable for long-term use. Mild disorders of the digestive tract, which are noticeable in a soft stool, can occur when using Fo-Ti. However, an adequate amount seldom leads to such an effect. Nutritional values ​​organic Fo-Ti powder per 100g (portion 1TL = 2.4g) Energy value 1287kJ / 306kcal (31kJ / 7kcal)Fat 1.2g (0.03g)of which saturated fatty acids 0.5g (0.01g)Carbohydrates 56.3g (1.3g)of which sugars 5.6g (0.1g)Dietary fiber 21.3g (0.5g)Protein 6.8g (0.2g)Salt 0.2g (0.005g)

Goji berries - the super berries For thousands of years, goji berries have enriched the diet of the inhabitants of the Himalayan regions and energised them. Goji berries support a happy and active life, which is why goji berries are also called lucky berries in China. Why eat goji berries?The delicious bright red goji berries (Lycium) are one of the most nutritious fruits on the planet. The goji berry is not only a true superfruit, but it also tastes delicious and can be consumed very easily and in many ways. They are a source of complete protein with 18 amino acids, contain up to 21 trace elements, B vitamins, polysaccharides and much more. Gojis have more vitamin C than oranges, more beta-carotene than carrots and more iron than a steak! What makes our goji berries special? Our goji berries are grown in the fertile valleys of Ningxia Province in China without the use of pesticides and agrochemicals. There, on their native soil, the berries ripen on the bush, are harvested in the summer months and dried at low temperatures to preserve as many nutrients as possible. The berries are dried to a water content of 10-14% for a soft texture and can be rehydrated by simply soaking if required. Our pure goji berries are raw food quality, vegan and organically grown. How to use goji berries? Goji berries have a mildly spicy flavour that is slightly sweet and sour. They are similar in shape and texture to sultanas and like sultanas, goji berries can be eaten on their own or used as an ingredient in muesli, mixtures of nuts and other dried fruits, whole fruits and desserts. You can also add the berries to tea, juice, smoothie or soup, or make your own goji juice by soaking the berries in water. You can be creative with this delicious superfood and let your imagination run wild. Recommended amount: about 10-30 grams per day. The locals who grow the berries eat a handful every day. Dried goji berries can be kept for well over a year if stored correctly. Note: A common misconception about superfoods and herbs is that there is a standard dosage. We believe that the right amount for an individual depends on their size, sensitivity, age, gender and other factors that make them unique. Nutritional values of organic goji berries per 100g Energy value 1378kJ/326kcal, fat 2.3g- of which saturated fatty acids 0.4gCarbohydrates 60.3g- of which sugar 50gDietary fibre 12.6gProtein 9.8gSalt 1g.