What is Bird's Nest
What is bird's nest?
Bird's nest is a precious ingredient originating from Chinese tradition, mainly composed of the saliva secreted by swiftlets and naturally occurring materials such as plant twigs. This unique combination makes it a special nutritional food, rich in proteins, collagen, amino acids, minerals, and other nutrients. Bird's nest not only has a long history, but also enjoys a high status in Chinese culture. Its preciousness is sometimes compared to "soft gold". In ancient times, bird's nest was a special tonic enjoyed by the imperial family and nobility, and today, it has become an important choice for health maintenance, beauty, and skincare in modern society. The saliva in bird's nest (Sialic Acid), also known as N-acetylneuraminic acid, is the main health-promoting component, with higher content indicating better quality.
Bird's Nest Processing Steps:
Step 1
Classify the raw bird's nest into different categories, such as bird’s nest strips and cup-shaped bird’s nests.
Step 2
Remove impurities from the raw bird's nest and clean it with a brush.
Step 3
Start the picking process by using tweezers to manually pick out the feathers from the bird's nest.
Step 4
Moulding the cleaned bird's nest.
Step 5
Air-dry the bird's nest to evaporate the moisture.
Step 6
Package the finished bird's nest product.
Benefits of Bird's Nest
Nourishing & Beautifying
Bird's nest is rich in collagen and various nutrients, which help to moisturize the skin and slow down skin aging.
Enhance Immunity
Bird's nest contains a variety of amino acids and minerals, which help to enhance the body's immunity and improve resistance.
Nourishes blood and Replenishes qi
Bird's nest is rich in nutrients such as iron, which helps to nourish blood and replenish qi, thus improving overall physical health.
Moisturizes the lungs and Relieves cough
Bird's nest has the effect of nourishing yin and moistening the lungs, and providing some relief for symptoms such as coughing and dry cough.
The best time to consume bird's nest
The best time to consume bird's nest is usually on an empty stomach in the morning or before bedtime in the evening. At these times, the body's ability to absorb nutrients is stronger, which helps to maximize the nourishing effects of bird's nest. It is recommended to consume bird's nest at least three times a week, with each serving being 3-5 grams of dried bird's nest.
Bird's nest preservation method
Bird's nest is an easily preservable ingredient, which can generally be preserved by the following methods:
Dry storage
Place the bird's nest in a dry environment to prevent it from absorbing moisture and spoiling.
Sealed Preservation
It is best to store dried bird's nests in a sealed container to prevent moisture and odors from permeating, thus maintaining their freshness and texture.
Avoid sunlight and coolness
Store bird's nests in a cool, well-ventilated place, and avoid direct sunlight exposure to prevent damage to their quality.
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