2024ThanksGiving

阿拉斯野生深海红刺参 16oz 尺寸 Size：32 ~ 40 支/磅 阿拉斯加红刺参纵横肌发达（海参筋），俗称桂花蚌。是高档料理的重要选料之一，内含丰富的海参皂甙成分，食疗效果显著   Dried Sea Cucumber #674 (16oz) Size：32 - 40 pieces/pound Sea cucumbers are very low in calories and fat and high in protein, making them weight-loss food. They also contain many powerful substances, including antioxidants, which are good for your health. Sea cucumbers are high in protein, with most species comprising 41–63% protein. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/sea-cucumber#nutrition Sea cucumber is a marine invertebrate found all over the world. It is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fatigue, impotence, constipation, frequent urination, and joint pain. It is also a rich source of mucopolysaccharides, especially chondroitin sulfate, commonly used for arthritis. https://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/integrative-medicine/herbs/sea-cucumber Slowly cook the soaked sea cucumber in boiling water for 20 to 30 minutes. Turn off the heat afterward, cover, and let cool. Cut it open and remove the organs inside. If the sea cucumber still feels hard, repeat the boiling process two or three times, until it turns completely soft. https://guide.michelin.com/en/article/features/ingredient-sea-cucumber

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茶花菇4-5cm（16oz）  Size: 4cm-5cm 茶花菇一般是指香菇中的花菇的一种，花菇是菌中之星、菇中皇后。茶花菇的由来是因为初期裂开的花纹受到淋雨，会遇水氧化，慢慢愈合变得不明显形成的，比普通花菇肉更厚、香气更浓郁。 茶花菇味道鲜美，不仅可以用来做烹制主菜，还可以做配菜来调味. 含有蛋白质和脂肪、粗纤维、维生素、磷。花菇还富含钙和铁，一些蛋白质， Dried Mushroom / Camellia  (16oz/bag) Size: 4cm-5cm   Softer in texture and easier to cook than Shiitake; it is suitable for stir-frying and soups.  Camellia mushrooms are delicious and can be used not only for cooking main dishes but also as side dishes for seasoning.  Contains Protein and fat Crude fiber Vitamins, phosphorus, calcium, and iron  Camellia mushroom generally refers to a kind of mushroom called the star of mushrooms and the queen of mushrooms. The origin of the camellia mushroom is that the initial cracked pattern is exposed to rain and is oxidized in water so that the faceted pattern appears on top. It is thicker and more fragrant than ordinary mushrooms. Dried mushroom benefits:  Fights obesity Supports immune function Supports cardiovascular health Contains antimicrobial properties Boosts energy and brain function Provides vitamin D Promotes skin health

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安南高山大树 玉桂皮 肉桂 为樟科植物天竺桂、阴香、细叶香桂或川桂等的树皮。 性味：辛；甘；性温经脉：脾；胃；肝；肾功效：暖脾胃，散风寒，通血脉。治腹冷胸满，呕吐噎膈，风湿痹痛，跌损瘀滞，血痢肠风。注意禁忌：阴虚火旺忌服，孕妇慎服。  Gui Pi / Cassia Cinnamon  Some people use it for erectile dysfunction (ED), hernia, bed-wetting, joint pain, menopausal symptoms, menstrual problems, and to cause abortions. Cassia cinnamon is also used for chest pain, kidney disorders, high blood pressure, cramps, and cancer. People apply cassia cinnamon to the skin to repel mosquitoes. From the manufacturer:  This is the dried bark and branch bark of Lauraceae cinnamon. The taste is spicy hot. It enters the Kidney, Spleen, and Bladder meridians.  Indications: for replenishing Yuanyang, warming the spleen and stomach, removing cold accumulation, and clearing blood vessels. It has been used to cure “mingmen life-span fire failure,” cold limbs and weak pulse, collapsed yang, abdominal pain and diarrhea, cold hernia, cold pain in the waist and knees, amenorrhea, yin gangrene [slow healing, oozing wound], and floating yang, upper heat and lower cold [feeling as though feverish in the head but with cold lower body and extremities.]  Cautions: Avoid taking with Yin-deficiency [fever, chronic thirst and hunger] Huowang, pregnant women should avoid it. Cautions: Avoid this tea during pregnancy    

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福建罐装乌龙铁观音 （8 oz／罐） Fujian Tie Guan Yin Oolong Tea (8oz/Tin) 产于中国福建，此铁观音乌龙有着金黄汤色，生津的口感，和耐泡的品质。 Produced in Fujian China, this tie guan yin oolong tea has a golden color, refreshing taste, and a rich aroma. It can be brewed numerous times.  Tie Guan Yin possesses a robust flavor, large juicy leaves, and can be brewed gong fu style well over ten times, the tea’s patience doesn’t die. Legends surround its discovery. The Goddess of Mercy, or Guanyin (aka Kuan Yin) is the bodhisattva of Compassion in the Buddhist world. Oolong Tea Benefits You Didn't Know About Reduces the Risk of Heart Disease. Researchers have found a connection in drinking oolong tea and lowering cholesterol levels. ...  Lowers Risk of Cancer. ...  Decreases Inflammation. ...  Helps Fight Obesity. ...  Diabetes Prevention. ...  Boosts Energy. ...  Improves Tooth and Skin Health. (serasana.com)

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康維他百花蜜 (1000g)  Comvita Multiflora Honey (1000g) Multiflora Honey is a distinctive blend of pure honey from New Zealand's forests and pastures. Comvita Multiflora Honey is created using our world-renowned 'creamed' honey process to create honey with a beautiful smooth texture and superb spreadability. Studies suggest that honey might offer antidepressant, anticonvulsant and anti-anxiety benefits. In some studies, honey has been shown to help prevent memory disorders. Wound care. Topical use of medical-grade honey has been shown to promote wound healing, particularly in burns. (mayoclinic.org) Honey mainly consists of sugars and water. Apart from sugars, honey also contains several vitamins, especially B complex, and vitamin C, together with a lot of minerals. Some of the vitamins found in honey include ascorbic acid, pantothenic acid, niacin, and riboflavin; while minerals such as calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, and zinc are also present. Honey has been used for its healing, nutritional and therapeutic properties since ancient times. Its antibacterial potentials even against multi-drug resistant bacteria, such as Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Acinetobacterbaumanni have been proved. Honey is well known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant capacities, which may be useful for the prevention of chronic inflammatory processes like atherosclerosis, diabetes mellitus, and cardiovascular diseases.  https://www.longdom.org/open-access/honey-and-its-anti-inflammatory-anti-bacterial-and-anti-oxidant-2327-5146.1000132.pdf

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西子红颜 九曲红梅 红茶礼盒 九曲红梅简称“九曲红”，是西湖区另一大传统拳头产品，是红茶中的珍品。九曲红梅因其色红香清如红梅，故称九曲红梅，滋味鲜爽、暖胃。九曲红梅茶生产已有近200年历史，一百多年前就成名，早在1886年，就获巴拿马世界博览会金奖，但名气逊于西湖龙井茶。   Jiu Qu Hong Mei Black Tea Gift Set Jiuquhongmei is referred to as "Jiuquhong", which is another major traditional product in Xihu District and a treasure among black teas. The tea’s red color and exciting fragrance offer a refreshing taste and digestive benefit that warms the stomach. Jiuqu Hongmei Tea has been produced for nearly 200 years. It became famous more than 100 years ago. As early as 1886, it won the Panama World Expo Gold Medal. Named after its unique red brew, this tea is characterized by long, brittle, twisted leaves that resemble fish hooks. Jiu Qu Hong Mei is famous for its rarity and has been prized since around 1850. It finally gained notice worldwide in 1995 when this tea was mentioned in Wang Zufeng's popular novel, "A Magnificent Tree of the South." Brew Color: Mahogany Benefits: May increase alertness and decrease blood pressure Flavor Profile: Mellow and light with a simple sweetness and slight, dry finish  

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普洱茶(Pu-erh tea)和紅茶、綠茶、烏龍茶一樣，是用茶樹(Camellia sinensis)的葉和莖所製成的茶。普洱茶讲究冲泡技巧和品饮艺术，可清饮，可混饮。普洱茶茶汤橙黄浓厚，香气高锐持久，香型独特，滋味浓醇，经久耐泡。 Pu-erh tea, like black tea, green tea, and oolong tea, is a tea made from the leaves and stems of the tea tree (Camellia sinensis). Pu-erh tea pays attention to brewing skills and drinking art. It can be drunk clearly or mixed. The Pu-erh tea soup has a strong orange yellow, a high-sharp and lasting aroma, a unique aroma, a strong taste, and long-lasting brewing.

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碧螺春绿茶包(3g*30包) 永合豐的碧螺春选自苏州太湖洞庭山原始产区，是谷雨前的春茶，由专业制茶师精心制作。 太湖水面，水气升腾，雾气悠悠，空气湿润，土壤呈微酸性或酸性，质地疏松，极宜于茶树生长，由于茶树与果树间种，所以碧螺春茶叶具有特殊的花朵香味。   BI LUO CHUN GREEN TEA(3g*30Tea Bag)   Bi Luo Chun's small, feathery tea buds and leaves yield a gentle, fresh yet full-bodied sweet flavor and a high concentration of antioxidants. The tea possesses a distinctively strong fruity and floral aroma due to its cultivation in a lake island garden full of flowering fruit trees on the west side of the Dong Ting Mountains in the Jiang Su province of China. The area provides an ideal environment of mist and clouds year round and the tea is harvested only once a year in early spring.  Bi Luo Chun, like other types of Green Tea, helps reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, dental cavities, kidney stones, and cancer, while improving bone density and cognitive function. In addition, it boosts metabolism and has significant slimming effects. The tea is known to promote good skin tone and help reduce signs of aging due to its ample vitamin C, fluoride, and calcium.

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品牌Brand： 永合豐 雀石茗茶WHF Twin Birds 產地Origin： 杭州 獅峰山產區Zhejiang, China 品名Name： 獅峰山 西湖龍井 群體種Shi Feng Longjing 保質期Shelf Life: 18個月18months 分類Sort： 炒青綠茶  Green Tea 等級Level: 特一級 Supreme 採摘Season: 清明前 Spring Caffeine Level： ☆☆☆ 乾茶 扁平光潔，匀長挺直, 嫩綠帶黄 茶湯 香氣濃郁，豆香、栗香悠長，鮮甜甘爽 Body： Flattened tea leaves, with one bud and one or two leaves Liquor： Sweet and nutty, smooth and rich with slight vegetal undertones 儲存方法 陰涼、乾燥、儲存在4~10℃ 的冰箱 Storage： Store in airtight, opaque packaging; in a cool, dry place; refrigerator at 4~10℃ 建议:为保证口感,请尽快饮用. suggestion: To ensure the taste, please drink as soon as possible. 2024年 龙井头茶 狮峰山 "狮"字号产区 西湖龙井 群体种头茶（250克/包） 狮峰山龙井群体种，是自有记载以来，最古老的龙井茶树品种，已有1000余年历史，闻名于世的狮峰山上的18棵茶树就是此品种。群体种的采摘时间略晚一些，大约在清明节左右，产量有限，风味独特，除了浓郁的豆香和兰花香，还有伴有花果香，层次丰富，韵味悠长。  数量有限，售完即止。茶是农产，望天吃饭，敬请谅解！ Shi Feng Mountain- 2024 First Flush West Lake Longjing (Dragon's Well) Tea QunTi (250g) Shifeng Mountain West Lake Longjing Qunti tea is the oldest Longjing tea species on record. Its history dates more than 1,000 years. There are only 18 tea trees on the world-famous Shifeng Mountain that make up this tea. The harvest of this special tea is around the Ching Ming Festival in early April. The yield is limited and the flavor is unique. In addition to the strong aroma of beans and orchids, there are also floral and fruit aromas, rich in layers and with long-lasting flavor. This precious tea is in limited quantities! 西湖龙井茶的五大核心产区： “西湖龙井茶” 产区范围广阔辖区纵深。不仅包括以西湖风景名胜区以内的：狮、龙、云、虎、梅、为代表的五大核心一级产区，也包括龙坞、留下、转塘、周浦、等二级产区。 The five core producing areas of West Lake Longjing Tea: The "West Lake Longjing Tea" production areas have a wide range of jurisdiction and depth. The terrain includes not only the five core first-level production areas represented by the West Lake scenic area: lion, dragon, cloud, tiger, and Mei, but also the second-level production areas such as Longwu, Liuxia, Zhuantang, and Zhoupu. ● “狮” 字号产区的西湖龙井茶 ：产于杭州狮峰山及周边地带。含：狮峰山、龙井村、棋盘山、上天竺、等地的龙井茶。● “狮” 字号产区的西湖龙井茶品质特征：汤色绿中透黄，呈嫩黄绿色，俗称 “糙米色”；滋味鲜醇香浓；栗香明显香气高锐持久；制茶时不讲究外形，成为它的显著特点；“狮” 字号是西湖龙井茶中品质最佳的 “极品”。 ● West Lake Longjing tea in the "Lion" production area: Produced in Hangzhou Shifeng Mountain and surrounding areas. Including Longjing tea from Shifeng Mountain, Longjing Village, Qipan Mountain, Shangtianzhu, and other places. The quality characteristics of West Lake Longjing tea in the "Lion" production area: The color is green and yellowish in color, commonly known as "brown rice color"; the taste is fresh and mellow; the chestnut fragrance is sharp and long-lasting; the balanced flavor is emphasized which is its distinguishing feature. The "Lion" brand name is West Lake Longjing Tea’s extremely best quality. ● “龙” 字号产区的西湖龙井茶 ：产于杭州龙井山及周边地带。含：翁家山、杨梅岭、满觉垅、白鹤峰、等地的龙井茶。该区域与 “狮” 字号区域接近，所产的西湖龙井茶，品质也佳。特别是白鹤峰所产之西湖龙井茶，可与狮峰山的相媲美，也深为消费者的喜爱。● “龙” 字号产区的西湖龙井茶品质特征：与 “狮” 字号西湖龙井茶的品质特征相同。 ● West Lake Longjing tea from the "Dragon" production area: Produced in Longjing Mountain and surrounding areas in Hangzhou. Including Longjing tea from Wengjiashan, Yangmeiling, Manjuelong, Baihefeng, and other places. This area is close to the "Lion" brand area, and the West Lake Longjing tea produced is of good quality. In particular, the West Lake Longjing tea produced by Baihefeng is comparable to that of Shifeng Mountain, and it is also deeply loved by consumers. The quality characteristics of West Lake Longjing tea in the "Dragon" production area: The quality characteristics of the "Lion" brand West Lake Longjing tea are the same. ● “梅” 字号产区的西湖龙井茶 ：产于杭州梅家坞及周边地带。是西湖龙井茶的主产地，产量约占全部西湖龙井茶的三分之一左右。● “梅” 字号产区的西湖龙井茶品质特征：外形挺秀扁平光滑、色泽绿中显翠；滋味鲜醇鲜爽顺滑；汤色碧绿；豆香清新，略逊于狮字号；做工细腻讲究；已成为西湖龙井茶的主要产区。 ● West Lake Longjing tea in the "Mei" production area: Produced in Hangzhou Meijiawu and surrounding areas. It is the main producing area of West Lake Longjing tea, and its output accounts for about one-third of all West Lake Longjing tea. The quality characteristics of West Lake Longjing tea in the "Mei" production area: The tea leaf appearance is pretty, flat, and smooth, the color is green; the taste is very fresh and smooth; the tea color is green; slightly inferior to the “lion” brand; This has become the main producing area of West Lake Longjing tea. ● “云” 字号产区的西湖龙井茶 ：产于杭州云栖、五云山、瑯珰岭、及边周围地带。云字号西湖龙井茶与梅字号西湖龙井茶的风格基本一致，因它们原本就是一家，只是以后才 “分家” 的。● “云” 字号产区的西湖龙井茶品质特征：外形挺秀、扁平光滑、色泽翠绿；滋味鲜醇爽口；汤色碧绿；做工细腻讲究；也是最具代表性的西湖龙井茶。 ● West Lake Longjing Tea from the "Cloud" production area: Produced in Hangzhou Yunqi, Wuyun Mountain, Langguiling, and the surrounding areas. The styles of "Cloud" Longjing tea and "Mei" Longjing tea are basically the same, because they originally belonged to the same family, but only later "separated". The quality characteristics of West Lake Longjing tea in the "Cloud" production area: The leaf appearance is pretty, flat, and smooth, and the color is emerald green; the taste is mellow and refreshing; the tea color is green; it is also the most representative West Lake Longjing tea. ● “虎” 字号产区的西湖龙井茶 ：产于杭州虎跑、四眼井、赤山埠、三台山、等地的龙井茶。后来中天竺、白乐桥、茅家埠、黄龙洞、等地所产的西湖龙井茶也一律划归为虎字号。● “虎” 字号产区的西湖龙井茶品质特征：芽叶肥壮，芽锋显露。 ● West Lake Longjing Tea from the "Tiger" production area: Longjing tea is produced in Hangzhou Hupao, Siyanjing, Chishanbu, Santaishan, and other places. The quality characteristics of West Lake Longjing tea in the "Tiger" production area: The buds and leaves are fat and strong.

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2024年 龍井頭茶 翁家山 "龍"字號產區 西湖龍井 43号(250克/包) Weng Jia Mountain- 2024 First Flush West Lake  Longjing (Dragon's Well) Tea #43 (250g) 西湖龍井43號是中國農業科學院研究所，從龍井群體中選育出來的國家級品種。 永合豐为您精選這款龍井，是清明前的頭茶，採摘自西湖龍井的“龍”字號核心產區--翁家山；翁家山的茶農經過數百年的實踐，積累了精湛的採茶製茶工藝。 進入三月中旬，雨水充足，氣溫適中，茶園裏的茶樹齊齊地抽出嫩芽，翁家山村進入開摘第一批明前龍井的最佳時機。傳統手工製作，這樣製作出來的頭採明前龍井，味道清甜可口，入口柔和清香，能給人一種清新自然之感。 有道是“明前茶，貴如金”是衆多龍井綠茶愛好者，翹首期盼一品當季龍井最大的盛典。 特點：香味和濃度都適宜，香氣高揚，濃度適宜，回甘持久，湯色青翠明亮。 數量有限，售完即止。茶是農業，敬請諒解！   West Lake Longjing No. 43 is a national-level tea selected from the Longjing population by the Tea Research Institute of the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences. This Longjing tea, selected by Wing Hop Fung, is picked from Wengjia Mountain, the core production area of "Dragon" in Longjing, West Lake. It is the first tea harvested before Qingming (April 4th). It is traditionally hand-crafted, has a high aroma, suitable concentration, long-lasting sweetness, and a clear, bright green color. This precious tea is in limited quantities! The five core producing areas of West Lake Longjing Tea:The "West Lake Longjing Tea" production areas have a wide range of jurisdiction and depth. The terrain includes not only the five core first-level production areas represented by the West Lake scenic area: lion, dragon, cloud, tiger, and Mei, but also the second-level production areas such as Longwu, Liuxia, Zhuantang, and Zhoupu. ● West Lake Longjing tea in the "Lion" production area:Produced in Hangzhou Shifeng Mountain and surrounding areas. Including Longjing tea from Shifeng Mountain, Longjing Village, Qipan Mountain, Shangtianzhu, and other places.The quality characteristics of West Lake Longjing tea in the "Lion" production area: The color is green and yellowish in color, commonly known as "brown rice color"; the taste is fresh and mellow; the chestnut fragrance is sharp and long-lasting; the balanced flavor is emphasized which is its distinguishing feature. The "Lion" brand name is West Lake Longjing Tea’s extremely best quality. ● West Lake Longjing tea from the "Dragon" production area:Produced in Longjing Mountain and surrounding areas in Hangzhou. Including Longjing tea from Wengjiashan, Yangmeiling, Manjuelong, Baihefeng, and other places.This area is close to the "Lion" brand area, and the West Lake Longjing tea produced is of good quality. In particular, the West Lake Longjing tea produced by Baihefeng is comparable to that of Shifeng Mountain, and it is also deeply loved by consumers.The quality characteristics of West Lake Longjing tea in the "Dragon" production area: The quality characteristics of the "Lion" brand West Lake Longjing tea are the same. ● West Lake Longjing tea in the "Mei" production area: Produced in Hangzhou Meijiawu and surrounding areas. It is the main producing area of West Lake Longjing tea, and its output accounts for about one-third of all West Lake Longjing tea.The quality characteristics of West Lake Longjing tea in the "Mei" production area: The tea leaf appearance is pretty, flat, and smooth, the color is green; the taste is very fresh and smooth; the tea color is green; slightly inferior to the “lion” brand; This has become the main producing area of West Lake Longjing tea. ● West Lake Longjing Tea from the "Cloud" production area: Produced in Hangzhou Yunqi, Wuyun Mountain, Langguiling, and the surrounding areas. The styles of "Cloud" Longjing tea and "Mei" Longjing tea are basically the same, because they originally belonged to the same family, but only later "separated".The quality characteristics of West Lake Longjing tea in the "Cloud" production area: The leaf appearance is pretty, flat, and smooth, and the color is emerald green; the taste is mellow and refreshing; the tea color is green; it is also the most representative West Lake Longjing tea. ● West Lake Longjing Tea from the "Tiger" production area: Longjing tea produced in Hangzhou Hupao, Siyanjing, Chishanbu, Santaishan, and other places.The quality characteristics of West Lake Longjing tea in the "Tiger" production area: The buds and leaves are fat and strong.

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武夷肉桂岩茶 (8g*10bag) 武夷肉桂岩茶是一种优质的中国岩茶，产自福建省武夷山地区。它以其独特的肉桂香气和独特的岩韵而闻名。这种茶叶通常生长在高海拔、云雾缭绕的山区，受到当地独特的气候和土壤条件的影响。武夷肉桂岩茶的制作工艺独特，经历了炭焙、摊晒、揉捻等多道复杂工序。其茶汤颜色清澈明亮，滋味醇厚甘甜，回甘持久，具有独特的肉桂香气，让人回味无穷。 武夷肉桂岩茶常被视为一种高档的礼品茶，因其独特的口感和品质而备受赞赏。它也被认为具有一定的保健价值，常被人们认为有助于消化和调节体内能量. Wuyi Rougui Rock Tea is a premium type of Chinese rock tea, produced in the Wuyi Mountains region of Fujian Province. It is renowned for its unique cinnamon aroma and distinctive rock essence. This tea is typically grown in high-altitude, misty mountainous areas, influenced by the unique local climate and soil conditions. The production process of Wuyi Rougui Rock Tea is intricate, involving multiple steps such as charcoal baking, spreading, rolling, and twisting. The tea's liquor is clear and bright, with a mellow and sweet taste, long-lasting aftertaste, and a unique cinnamon aroma that leaves a lasting impression. Wuyi Rougui Rock Tea is often considered a high-end gift tea, appreciated for its unique flavor and quality. It is also believed to have certain health benefits, often thought to aid in digestion and regulate internal energy. If you are interested in this type of tea, you can try purchasing it to experience its distinctive taste. 好处/Benefits 有助于消化（Aid digestion） 促进新陈代谢（Boost metabolism） 具有抗氧化作用（Antioxidant properties） 缓解焦虑（Relieve anxiety） 有助于体重管理（Aid weight management）  

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精選 南美扎膠公肚 花膠 花胶筒#523（14-18头/磅）  花胶的主要成分为高级胶原蛋白、多种维生素及钙、锌、铁、硒等多种微量元素。其蛋白质含量高达84.2％，脂肪仅为0.2％，是理想的高蛋白低脂肪食品。 从中医角度，花胶极有滋补食疗作用，《本草纲目》记载：花胶能补肾益精，滋养筋脉，能治疗肾虚滑精及产后(产后食品)风痉。花胶含丰富的蛋白质及胶质，具滋阴养颜，补肾，强壮机能。腰膝酸软，身体虚弱，最适宜经常食用。   Dried Fish Maw #523(14-18 pcs/Lb) The main components of fish maw are high-grade collagen, a variety of vitamins, calcium, zinc, iron, selenium and other trace elements. The protein content is as high as 84.2%, and the fat is only 0.2%. It is an ideal high-protein and low-fat food. Male fish maw is considered the most superior kind.   From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, fish maw has a nourishing and therapeutic effect. "Compendium of Materia Medica" records: “fish maw can nourish the kidney and essence, nourish the muscles and veins, and can treat kidney deficiency and smooth essence and postpartum (postpartum food) wind cramps.” That means it supports energy, immunity, hormone balance, rejuvenation and helps reduce nerve pains.  Fish maw is rich in protein nourishes yin (internal organs and body fluids,) skin, nourishes the kidney, and supports healthy metabolism and yin/yang balance. It is very useful when the waist and knees are sore and weak, the body is weak, and it is most suitable for regular consumption by any age.   Fish maw is a delicacy served during special occasions like Chinese New Year. However its nutrition is valuable year round: Rich in collagen, fish maw is a Chinese beauty secret for youthful skin. Fish maw contains rich proteins and nutrients such as phosphor and calcium. It nourishes 'yin' which means it replenishes the tissue, moisture and fluids of lung, stomach, liver and kidney. It boosts stamina and helps prevent burnout.  Furthermore, fish maw does not contain cholesterol and therefore it is a very valuable health enhancing ingredient suitable for long time consumption. Fish maw is the dried form of fresh, high quality air bladders of fish, which are rich in gelatin. The air bladders are taken from large fishes and is graded according to sex: male bladders are considered better than female ones. Among them, there are shark's tripe, Pollock maw and premium fish maw. Fish maw (aka swim bladder, gas bladder, or air bladder) is an internal gas-filled organ that contributes to the ability of many bony fish (but not cartilaginous fish) to float, i.e., control their buoyancy, and thus to stay at their current water depth without having to waste energy in swimming. It is usually served braised, stewed or in soup. Fish maw comes dried in a non-fried or fried form. The non-fried form is hard and dry, whereas the fried form is all white, puffy and very light. The non-fried Fish maw needs to be soaked then boiled with ginger until they are soft. Here is a simple recipe for two. Fish Maw Soup Ingredients:  2 chicken thighs 1 clove of garlic cooking oil 1 tablespoon raw ginger 1 cup dried fish maw pieces chicken soup stock or low sodium bouillon  1 package Sweet Soup/Qing Bu Liang Soup Rinse the fish maw in cold water. If it is hard, soak it for 30 minutes. Brown the chicken in oil and set it aside, brown sliced garlic and ginger in the oil until they become fragrant. Add back the chicken. Add the dry Sweet Soup ingredients. Cover the ingredients with chicken stock and simmer for 30 minutes or until the dry ingredients are soft. Add the fish maw and simmer for another fifteen minutes or until the fish maw is spongy soft and tender not dissolved. Season with soy sauce and garnish with chopped scallions.

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