swallow birds nest

Thứ Tư, 4 tháng 7, 2018

The Future of Swallow Birds Nest as a Neutraceutical and Pharmaceutical Animal Bioproduct.

Swallow Birds Nest (EBN) is the dried saliva of swiflets that are found mainly in Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines and Vietnam. Only the nests produced by the four swiftlet species viz. Collocalia fuciphaga, Collocalia germanis, Collocalia maxima and Collocalia unicolor are important commercially due to their health benefits when consumed by humans. EBN has different names in different languages such as Yan Wo in Chinese, Sarang Walet in Indonesian and Enso in Japanese. EBNs are classified as cave and house nests depending upon the origin of the nests regardless which species of swiftlets has built the nests. Nests are graded on account of their dry mass, the time spent by swiftlets in nest building, and their fat and protein content. On this basis, nests are generally classified as white, black and blood nests. White nests have major contents of saliva, while the black nests contain around 45-55% feathers and small dried leaves. The third class belongs to partially or completely dull orange red to brownish red nests. Such nests are called Xueyan or Xueyanwo in Chinese or red blood nests in general. Blood nests are believed to have better health values and thus, fetch a higher price than white and black nests in the market.

Gel Electrophoresis Ideally Identifies and Authenticates Cave and House Swallow Birds Nests from Common Adulterants.

Conference: Conference: 10th South East Asian Technical University Consortium (SEATUC), Shibaura Institute of Technology (SIT), Japan., At Japan

Swallow Birds Nest (EBN) is a high price animal bioproduct found in the Southeast Asian region of the world. Primarily, EBN is used as a food in addition to its uses in several nutraceutical and pharmaceutical products. Extra care is always needed for ensuring its purity and quality. For earning extra profits, people adulterate different fake materials into EBN to raise its weight and earn extra money. This is a serious offense, and therefore, it is very important to develop methods and protocols with ability to differentiate EBN from the adulterants for the authentication of pure EBN. In this direction, we developed a gel electrophoretic method for differentiating cave and house EBNs from white fungus, jelly, fish swimming bladder and egg white. In order to identify the adulterants and authenticate EBN; efforts were made to investigate and compare the protein profiles of cave and house EBNs with white fungus, jelly, fish swimming bladder and egg white. The protein profiling indicated 10 bands for cave nests with two strong bands at 30 and 35 kDa. House nest proteins consisted of 9 bands with major bands at 120 and 140kDa. White fungus displayed three dim bands at 22, 35 and 75 kDa whereas egg white was found to contain two predominant bands at 35 and 75 kDa. Fish swimming bladder showed substantial streaking of protein bands after dilution whereas protein profile of jelly was without any band. The results of this study can be used for the identification of any of these fake materials in EBN, and establishing the authenticity of the genuine EBN. The method reported is simple and can be used in EBN industry in the Southeast Asian region for checking the adulteration of EBN.

Sea Swallow Birds Nest - Seaweed

Seaweed or Sea Swallow Birds Nest collagen content is 10 times higher than Swallow Birds Nest and it's calcium is 37 higher than fish liver. Collagen makes up about 25% to 35% of the whole-body protein content.

Seaweed Nutrition Data

- Seaweed could be found in vegetables while the remaining 64 minerals “only” exist in seaweeds. This includes Omega-3 and 6, which is crucial for mental development/function for growing children. Seaweed can maintain Acid/Base homeostasis in circulation and lymphatic system. It also prevent Cardiovascular, Bony and mental ailments, for example memory loss and depression. It further helps to reduce blood sugar level and control High Blood Pressure. Fucoidan and retinol in seaweed has anti-cancer and anti-viral properties. While Fucosterol reduces cholesterol by loss of bile acid, thereby prevent arteriosclerosis. Seaweed contains essentials nutrients and can act as nutritional supplements for vegetarians and also helps to alleviate post menopausal symptoms. Seaweed also contains multivitamins which is essential for all. Seaweed increasingly used as a health supplement in an attempt to prevent both chronic and lifestyle diseases including obesity related disorder. Until today, Seaweed is the only natural and complete food for human needs. The seaweed consumption benefits us in 2 categories : Health & Beauty.

1. Beauty Benefits

a. Correct fine lines, wrinkles, age spots and even your skin tone
b. Anti-aging and have younger-looking skin
c. Brighten and smoothen your skin
d. Smooth the cracked and dry heels
e. No more pimples
f. Say good bye to eye bag/ dark circle eyes
g. Firm up your saggy breasts
h. And more…

2. Health Benefits

a. Cancer Protection :
Lignans have been shown to inhibit angiogenesis, or blood cell growth, the process through which fast-growing tumors not only gain extra nourishment, but send cancer cells out in the bloodstream to establish secondary tumors or metastases in other areas of the body.
In addition, lignans have been credited with inhibiting estrogen synthesis in fat cells as effectively as some of the drugs used in cancer chemotherapy. In postmenopausal women, fat tissue is a primary site where estrogen is synthesized, and high levels of certain estrogen metabolites are considered a significant risk factor for breast cancer. In addition to lignans, seaweed is a very good source of the B-vitamin folic acid. Studies have shown that diets high in folate-rich foods are associated with a significantly reduced risk for colon cancer.
b. Healthy Thyroid Function :
The health benefits of sea vegetables are not limited to cancer protection. Seaweed is also nature's richest sources of iodine, which as a component of the thyroid hormones thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3), - both of which are essential to human life. The thyroid gland adds iodine to the amino acid tyrosine to create these hormones. Without sufficient iodine, your body cannot synthesize them. Because these thyroid hormones regulate metabolism in every cell of the body and play a role in virtually all physiological functions, an iodine deficiency can have a devastating impact on your health and well-being. A common sign of thyroid deficiency is an enlarged thyroid gland, commonly called a goiter. Goiters are estimated to affect 200 million people worldwide, and in all but 4% of these cases, the cause is iodine deficiency.
c. Nutrient Prevention of Birth Defects :
Additionally, the folic acid so abundant in sea vegetables plays a number of other very important protective roles. Studies have demonstrated that adequate levels of folic acid in the diet are needed to prevent certain birth defects, including spina bifida. Folic acid is also needed to break down an intermediate dangerous chemical called homocysteine. The chemical Homocysteine can directly damage blood vessel walls, and high levels of this chemical are associated with a significantly increased risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke.
d. Cardiovascular Disease :
Sea vegetables pack a double punch against heart disease. In addition to their folic acid, sea vegetables are also a very good source of magnesium, which has been shown to reduce high blood pressure and prevent heart attack.
e. Seaweed for Stress Relief :
Seaweed also has been proven to provide support through stressful situations by supplying not only magnesium, but pantothenic acid and riboflavin--two B-vitamins necessary for energy production. Pantothenic acid is especially important for the health of the adrenal glands. The adrenals control many body functions and play a critical role in resistance to stress. When supplies of necessary nutrients like pantothenic acids are inadequate, stressful times can exhaust the adrenal glands resulting in chronic fatigue, reduced resistance to allergies and infection, and a feeling of being overwhelmed or overly anxious.
f. Others :
Such as obesity, diabetes, Alzheimer's disease, psoriasis, migraine, high blood pressure, diabetic and other degenerative diseases

How to use this seaweed ?

It can be used as face mask and consume as dessert, pudding, salad, soup or adding into your favorite juice. Upon your purchase we will provide you the usage instructions.

How much seaweed should you be eating?

Consume 5 to 15 grams (1/6th to 1/2 ounces ). Another words, 3 spoonful before meal in the morning and before sleep.

Who is seaweed NOT good for?

Although packed with nutrition, seaweed can be problematic in those with weak digestive strength. How do you know your digestion is weak? Some clues are loose stools, and chronic fatigue. These people need to be careful with their seaweed intake since seaweed is energetically cold (and digestion is a warm process). Also, consult your doctor if you are on thyroid medications.
Seaweeds also lower plasma glucose levels, so if you’re new to seaweed in your diet and you take diabetic medications, you need to be careful that your blood sugar levels don’t drop too low. The flip side of this is that if your blood sugar levels are too high, one of the benefits of eating seaweed is that it can help lower it! Not suitable for pregnant and confinement female.

Swallow Birds Nest – American Ginseng With White Fungus And Rock Sugar

Get the best natural food to boost immunity. Full of protein, rich amino acids, and nutrients to boost skin regeneration, muscle repair and slow down agin

A natural Superfood is known by Royalty since thousand of years

Since ancient times, the medicinal benefits of Swallow Birds Nest have been well documented by Emperors and the royal court. It is a great health delicacy and widely recognized as one of the four great tonic foods since the late Ming and early Qing Dynasties. Swallow Birds Nest is rich in protein and essential amino acids, enhancing the reproduction, growth, and recovery for human tissue. These nutrients are quite rare and our human body does not produce them.
Traditional Chinese medical doctors praise Swallow Birds Nest in improving human immunity, increasing energy, and curing diseases. Modern medical science has concluded that Swallow Birds Nest may improve human immunity, postpone aging, and prolong life. Studies also show that Swallow Birds Nest can reduce blood pressure, prevent tumors, reduce chemotherapy side effects and is especially beneficial for maternal health. On the whole, Swallow Birds Nest is effective in both healthcare and medical treatment.

BENEFITS OF EATING SWALLOW BIRDS NEST

Amino acids, being the second largest component in our bodies, are mainly responsible for 3 things:
(1) maintaining our bodily functions,
(2) muscles and tissues repair and,
(3) metabolism.
Essential amino acids cannot be created by our bodies and are required to be taken in as food, and replenished on a daily basis.
Studies show that long term consumption of Swallow Birds Nest, which is a super food rich in amino acids, have the following health benefits:
• improve blood pressure
• aid in muscle/tissue repair in the healing / recovering process
• improve metabolism
• improve human immunity
• nourishes the lungs
• stops colds as it clears up the chest
• increasing energy
• postpone aging and prolong life.
• prevent tumors
• reduce chemotherapy side effects

Swallow Swallow Birds Nest Is Highly Recommended For Pregnant Ladies!

Swallow Birds Nests are almost 100% proteins and essential amino acids. Protein plays a crucial role in almost all biological processes and amino acids are the building block of it. Amino acids are biologically important organic compounds.
A large proportion of our cells, muscles, and tissue are made up of amino acids, which carry out important bodily functions, such as giving cells their structure. They, therefore, play a key role in the transport and storage of nutrients and significantly influence the function of organs, glands, tendons, and arteries. This helps in the healthy development of the foetus.
The amino acids are essential for healing wounds and repairing tissue, especially in the muscles, bones, skin, and hair, as well as for the removal of bodily wastes produced in the body in connection with metabolism. This helps new mummies to recover after giving birth.
The entire amino acid pool in our body transforms several times a day through complex biological processes within our body. In order to achieve a balanced metabolism, this pool of essential amino acid is required to be complete and maintained in a correct mix. Consuming Swallow Birds Nests regularly help pregnant women and new mummies to achieve a well-balanced metabolism and maintain good energy level.
A number of essential amino acids cannot be created by the human body and so, must be taken in as food. Consuming Swallow Birds Nests on a regular basis is one of the most efficient ways to help replenish the body with such amino acids, which will help strengthen the immunity of pregnant women and new mummies.

Swallow Birds Nest Or Collagen Supplement

I have a confession to make today.

I seriously think that I’ve reached an age where skin care is QUEEN and any product that can help to battle fine lines, wrinkles and sagging skin would get my attention.
Besides skin care products, I also believe in ‘beauty from within’. That simply means paying attention to what we put into our body and not just what we put on it. The key is to achieve great skin by staying hydrated, eating a balanced diet (especially food that is rich in anti-oxidants) and taking beauty supplements to tackle specific beauty concerns.

Recently, I went to Eu Yan Sang to purchase some health supplement for my mother-in-law. I saw their premium concentrated Swallow Birds Nest series on the shelf. When I saw these words on the packaging – best rejuvenating supplement and maintain glowing completion, I was totally sold!
In our Chinese history, the empresses and concubines ate Swallow Birds Nest for health and beauty. Swallow Birds Nest is one of the best tonic foods trusted by generations. But is it really that good as compared to those collagen supplements that we have now?
Now, I’m wondering which one is better… Swallow Birds Nest or Collagen Supplement? What do you think?

Swallow Birds Nest Or Collagen Supplement

Swallow Birds Nest – American Ginseng With White Fungus And Rock Sugar

Get the best natural food to boost immunity. Full of protein, rich amino acids, and nutrients to boost skin regeneration, muscle repair and slow down agin

A natural Superfood is known by Royalty since thousand of years

BENEFITS OF EATING SWALLOW BIRDS NEST

Swallow Swallow Birds Nest Is Highly Recommended For Pregnant Ladies!

Is it safe to eat Swallow Birds Nest in pregnancy?

The short answer is no, for various reasons.

Swallow Birds Nest is a traditional Chinese delicacy believed to contain restorative powers. It is said to have anti-ageing properties. Many also believe Swallow Birds Nest can help strengthen the immune system.
The nutritional value of Swallow Birds Nest is believed to come from the saliva of the swiftlet which builds its nests in caves near the shoreline. Some nests are also "farmed" in purpose-built nesting houses. However, it is important to note that these claims about nutritional value have not been conclusively and scientifically proven.

Due to its short supply, the cost of Swallow Birds Nest has also escalated. So pregnant mums end up paying a lot of money for something that has not been proven to make any difference to the health of mother or baby.
The other issue is that of extracting or harvesting the Swallow Birds Nest. Unregulated harvesting methods and improper preparation have led to claims of producers bleaching and colouring the nests. Some have reportedly added ingredients without supervision. In the process, there may be contamination of the Swallow Birds Nest, which may harm mother or baby.

Is it safe to eat Swallow Birds Nest in pregnancy?

Swallow Birds Nest Or Collagen Supplement

I have a confession to make today.
I seriously think that I’ve reached an age where skin care is QUEEN and any product that can help to battle fine lines, wrinkles and sagging skin would get my attention.
Besides skin care products, I also believe in ‘beauty from within’. That simply means paying attention to what we put into our body and not just what we put on it. The key is to achieve great skin by staying hydrated, eating a balanced diet (especially food that is rich in anti-oxidants) and taking beauty supplements to tackle specific beauty concerns.

Recently, I went to Eu Yan Sang to purchase some health supplement for my mother-in-law. I saw their premium concentrated Swallow Birds Nest series on the shelf. When I saw these words on the packaging – best rejuvenating supplement and maintain glowing completion, I was totally sold!
In our Chinese history, the empresses and concubines ate Swallow Birds Nest for health and beauty. Swallow Birds Nest is one of the best tonic foods trusted by generations. But is it really that good as compared to those collagen supplements that we have now?
Now, I’m wondering which one is better… Swallow Birds Nest or Collagen Supplement? What do you think?

Swallow Birds Nest – American Ginseng With White Fungus And Rock Sugar

Get the best natural food to boost immunity. Full of protein, rich amino acids, and nutrients to boost skin regeneration, muscle repair and slow down agin

A natural Superfood is known by Royalty since thousand of years

BENEFITS OF EATING SWALLOW BIRDS NEST

Swallow Swallow Birds Nest Is Highly Recommended For Pregnant Ladies!

Prepared Foods: Swallow Birds Nest

It's expensive, it's gelatinous, it's made from swiftlet spit.

Swiftlets in Southeast Asian caves have an unusual method of building their nests: spitting. The birds’ saliva sticks to cave walls, then hardens into firm, white cups that house their eggs. After the birds migrate, brave harvesters scale rickety bamboo ladders and peel away the nests. They will be made into a very unique, very expensive soup.

Why is Swallow Birds Nest expensive?

Peddlers justify the hefty price tag, which can range from $40 per bowl to thousands of dollars per pound, by citing the small yield and dangerous harvesting process. (Many gatherers fall to their deaths—not that the money is going directly to them.)
Despite the decadence of its expense, the nest itself has a bland flavor. This is why chefs clean the dried saliva in water and season it with chicken broth, ginger, and Yunnan ham. A dessert version coats the noodles in rock sugar for a more syrupy effect. After simmering with the other ingredients, the nest develops a uniquely gelatinous texture that attracts many fans in China and Hong Kong.
Chinese traditional medicine practitioners believe the dish relieves digestive problems, clears the complexion, and boosts the libido. Critics, however, note that the soup lacks sufficient nutritional value to justify its price tag. A 1998 study, for example, found that a single egg had the same amount of protein as 26 bottles of the soup.

Prepared Foods: Swallow Birds Nest

Conservationists have also noted that over-harvesting disrupts breeding and reduces swiftlet populations. Due to growing demand, poachers often steal nests from protected areas or gather them before the birds’ migration season, while the eggs are still inside. The competitive industry has also sparked violence: A 2000 exposé in the SF Gate described government-licensed harvesters employing private armies to guard caves and shoot at both poachers and “unauthorized” passersby such as fishermen and tourists.
For a safer, more sustainable method of collecting nests, countries like Malaysia, Myanmar, Thailand, and Indonesia have turned to swiftlet farming. Swiftlet houses, looming structures that play special sounds to lure the birds inside, are becoming big business. In 2013, there were 60,000 such houses in Malaysia.
Researchers don’t know yet if the farms are having a positive effect on swiftlet populations. But they’re certainly more ethical than poaching from a protected cave in a national park. Knowing that your Swallow Birds Nest came from a farmer instead of a poacher might make the viscous strands taste a little sweeter.

Need to Know

Swallow Birds Nest and the dried nests themselves are available in select restaurants and markets in China and Hong Kong. They're also available in various Chinatowns throughout the United States. Beware: Some vendors sell fake birds' nests, made from plant extracts.

Making Swallow Birds Nest for Pregnancy

Swallow Birds Nests are Swallow Birds Nests created by edible-nest swiftlets using solidified saliva, which are harvested for human consumption. They are particularly prized in Chinese culture due to their rarity, and supposedly high nutritional value and exquisite flavor.

Swallow Birds Nests are among the most expensive animal products consumed by humans, with nests being sold recently at prices up to about US$2,000 per kilogram, depending on grading. The type or grading of Swallow Birds Nest depends on the type of bird as well as the diet of the bird. It differs in colour from white to dark brown.

1. FAIR AND SMOOTH COMPLEXION

Let’s face the fact and admit it – which lady doesn’t aspire and dream to have radiant, flawless, soft, and smooth skin? Not just for yourselves, but also to get them boys flocking all over you and going oh so gaga (that dream is real ladies, we know it).
Swallow Birds Nests are among the most expensive animal products consumed by humans, with nests being sold recently at prices up to about US$2,000 per kilogram, depending on grading
Recent studies have shown that Swallow Birds Nest contains a growth factor called the Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF), which stimulates cell growth and proliferation. EGF is a form of protein which has anti-aging abilities, stimulates skin growth at the cellular level, and may also increase collagen production.
You got that right ladies – you’ll have an increased chance of regenerating newer and younger faces on a weekly, or even daily basis, depending on how often you consume Swallow Birds Nest, and how much your body can absorb in a given time. This varies according to each individual.

2. ANTI-AGING ABILITIES

Just look at the picture above. Can you tell who the mother is? This is probably a hard one eh?
You got that right ladies – you’ll have an increased chance of regenerating newer and younger faces on a weekly, or even daily basis, depending on how often you consume Swallow Birds Nest, and how much your body can absorb in a given time
Let’s help you out – The one on the left is the mother. ‘Nuff said I guess? And yes, the mother has claimed during an interview that the secret to her looking young – or even younger – as compared to her daughter, is that she eats Swallow Birds Nest on a regular basis. About 3-4 times a week. You can imagine the amount of time, effort, and money she has spent to achieve that. Phew! As the saying goes, there are no ugly women, only lazy ones.
If you actually do watch Voice of China, she’s actually one of the contestants with a great powerful voice, and was in the championship round for Season 3. Her name’s 陳冰, and ever since she posted this photo on her Weibo account, her mother has been getting various attention and questions about the secret to her youthful looks.
Don’t worry, you’re welcome.

Making Swallow Birds Nest for Pregnancy

3. NATURAL MULTI VITAMIN AND MULTI MINERAL

Beauty pills, slimming pills, weight loss pills, “miracle” pills, enhancement pills, the list goes on..
Every lady has probably tried one or two in their lifetime – and realized it was nothing but little to 0 positive effects, but more of many negative side effects.
You can imagine the amount of time, effort, and money she has spent to achieve that. Phew! As the saying goes, there are no ugly women, only lazy ones.
So why not try taking Swallow Birds Nest regularly as a change instead? It’s scientifically proven to be approximately 50% crude protein, and 50% essential amino acids. Protein is the building block for blood, muscle, tissue, and skin. So why not give it a try? It’s a natural supplement (that tastes tasty if prepared with tender loving care) that has 0 side effects – unless you are allergic to high amounts of protein, that is.
Also, by building more muscle in your body, it’ll become a natural fat-burning “pill” within your body. And yes, of course, you have to combine this with regular exercise.
Also, you should note that Swallow Birds Nest are rich in calcium, iron, potassium, magnesium, and loads of other stuff that’s good for us. It’s a whole load of protein and multi-mineral in one package. Talk about 2-in-1.
Substitute for that daily multi-vitamin and multi-mineral pill you take every morning, which you find so hard to swallow? Check.
Look beautiful, young (look at point 2), and maintain that slim figure, with 0 side effects? Sounds great.

4. CONFIDENCE BOOSTER

As the saying goes, a confident woman is the most beautiful.
Every lady has probably tried one or two in their lifetime – and realized it was nothing but little to 0 positive effects, but more of many negative side effects.
If you look young, have a radiant complexion, and have a slim figure, all from eating Swallow Birds Nest regularly – without having to face the many side effects of a “miracle pill” – you bet you’ll feel confident. It’s about the value it brings to you too.
But really, being confident does make you stand out from the crowd ladies. Take note of that. It works like a charm on men, too. But please – don’t boast. That’s a huge turn off.

5. HOW OFTEN TO EAT SWALLOW BIRDS NEST

As mentioned above, there is a limit on how much nutrients a human body can absorb at a given time. Extra nutrients that are not absorbed are excreted from the body.
But really, being confident does make you stand out from the crowd ladies. Take note of that. It works like a charm on men, too. But please – don’t boast. That’s a huge turn off.
Hence, consuming small amounts of Swallow Birds Nest regularly is much more beneficial than eating a large quantity at one time. Rather than eating 10 nests in 1 day when you’re tired or sick, eat 1 nest per day for 10 days and you will feel healthier and more energetic.
Long term consumption of small amounts of Swallow Birds Nest have shown to have the best effects.

6. HOW TO COOK SWALLOW BIRDS NEST IN A SLOW COOKER (OR WITHOUT DOUBLE BOILER)

I suggest you an easy method for how to cook Swallow Birds Nest in a slow cooker.
– Once done the cleaning Swallow Birds Nest process, pour all cleaned Swallow Birds Nest into a slow cooker. Rinse the dates and put on top the cleaned Swallow Birds Nest in the slow cooker. Add in the rock sugar.
Rather than eating 10 nests in 1 day when you’re tired or sick, eat 1 nest per day for 10 days and you will feel healthier and more energetic.
How to cook Swallow Birds Nest in a slow cooker with easy steps
– Add enough water to cover the ingredients and let it cook in the slow cooker for 45 minutes to 1.5 hours, depending on your desired texture.
Swallow Birds Nest cooked in the slow cooker for 45 minutes to 1.5 hours, depending on your desired texture
– You may also cook it with pandan leaves for a different dimension and aroma.
The gooey, gelatinuos Swallow Birds Nests, strands still intact

7. HOW TO COOK SWALLOW BIRDS NEST WITH ROCK SUGAR IN A DOUBLE BOILER (SIMPLE SWALLOW BIRDS NEST RECIPE)

Long term consumption of small amounts of Swallow Birds Nest have shown to have the best effects.
Simple methods for you to know how to cook Swallow Birds Nest with rock sugar:
– Prepare a double-boiler and fill the external pot with water that covers almost half the internal pot.
– Place the drained Swallow Birds Nest in the internal boiler and add 1 – 2 bowls of water depending of the pieces cooked.
Place the drained Swallow Birds Nest in the internal boiler into the external boiler
– Cover both the internal and external pots and start boiling the pot.
– Once it’s boiling, turn to low flame to continue to boil for another 2 – 3 hours.
– When the Swallow Birds Nest is cooked to desired texture, stir in rock sugar to taste and cover for about 5 minutes to allow the sugar to dissolve fully
The highly recommended way to enjoy Swallow Birds Nest, is just with water and rock sugar
– Do remember to check the water in the external pot is not dried up and sufficient throughout the boil. Once cooked you can have your Swallow Birds Nest served hot or cold in a bowl depends on your preference.
You can also cook Swallow Birds Nest with rock sugar using a slow cooker like above method.

8. HOW TO COOK SWALLOW BIRDS NEST FOR PREGNANCY

How to cook Swallow Birds Nest for pregnancy: here are easy steps for you
Ingredients:
1pc Dry Swallow Birds Nest
1 cup Hot water
1 cup Drinking water or boiled then cooled water, for soaking
5-6 pcs Rock/Lump sugar
Methods:
Step 1. Soak the dry Swallow Birds Nest in a bowl of water for about 30 minutes. Use drinking water or water that has been boiled and cooled down to soak the Swallow Birds Nest. After 30 minutes, carefully strain the Swallow Birds Nest and throw the water away.
Step 2. Put the soaked Swallow Birds Nest and pour 1 cup of hot water into a slow cooker. If you prefer thinner soup, you may add more hot water into the slow cooker. Cook the soaked Swallow Birds Nest and water in the slow cooker for about 2 hours.
Step 3. Once the Swallow Birds Nest is soft and cooked, add the rock sugar into the Swallow Birds Nest in the slow cooker and stir gently. You may add more rock sugar into the soup if you wish for sweeter Swallow Birds Nest. Turn the slow cooker off.
Step 4. Consume the Swallow Birds Nest when it is cooled.
I think the home-made Swallow Birds Nest tastes more natural and possesses a pretty strong ‘egg-like’ smell than instant or bottled Swallow Birds Nest drink bought from supermarkets or TCMshops. Nevertheless, the plain home-made Swallow Birds Nest is still bearable to drink.
I found this article that may be useful in preparing Swallow Birds Nest and alternatives in cooking home-made Swallow Birds Nest to make it more delectable by adding pandan leaves, dried red dates, dried longan, etc..
I found this article that may be useful in preparing Swallow Birds Nest and alternatives in cooking home-made Swallow Birds Nest to make it more delectable by adding pandan leaves, dried red dates, dried longan, etc..

CONCLUSION

So after reading this article, you might think that this is just another marketing gimmick, and Swallow Birds Nest is just glorified swiftlets’ spit. But really, look at the screengrab from above that I chanced upon on G.E.M. 鄧紫棋’s Weibo.
In her selfie with a bowl of homely made Swallow Birds Nest with fresh milk, she mentioned that she was “delighted and blessed to be able to enjoy this delicacy after a long day of work, and that she’s ready to hit to the gym after replenshing on protein.”
And this is not the first selfie of her with Swallow Birds Nest, mind you.
Really, what’s there more left to say? Even an Asian superstar drinks it regularly. What are you waiting for ladies?

Swallow Birds Nest: Simple, Straightforward and To-the-Point

For centuries, Chinese royalty, that is their women, has been known to consume Swallow Birds Nest to enhance beauty and aid in disappearance of fine facial lines. Their ingestion is also believed to make better skin and complexion. In Asia, Swallow Birds Nest, perhaps more than diamonds, are a woman’s best friend.

Lots of Asian celebrities consume this daily to look beautiful! When cooked, the Swallow Birds Nest takes on a gelatin texture, making it a lovely tong shui (“sweet soup”; Chinese dessert). The highly recommended way to enjoy Swallow Birds Nest, is just with water and rock sugar. Check out the recipe below to know how to cook Swallow Birds Nest perfectly.

Information:

Serves: 1
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

1 piece Xin Yan Swallow Birds Nest
1 bowl of water
A handful of rock sugar to taste
3 pieces red dates (optional)
2 pieces dried longan (optional)
5 pieces wolfberries (optional)
3 pieces American Ginseng Slices (optional)

Swallow Birds Nest: Simple, Straightforward and To-the-Point

HOW TO COOK SWALLOW BIRDS NEST

1. Soak Swallow Birds Nest in a bowl of water overnight (8-10 hours) until expanded and softened.
2. Pluck out any feathers or debris using kitchen tweezers. Rinse and drain. To prevent wastage, run soaking water through a fine sieve to catch the small bits of Swallow Birds Nest.
3. Add soaked Swallow Birds Nest, 1 rice bowl of water, and any another optional ingredients in a small bowl and cover with lid.
4. Place small bowl inside a larger pot and make sure the water in the larger pot starts to boil. Once it starts boiling, close the lid for the small bowl and let it boil for 15 minutes. When the Swallow Birds Nest is cooked to desired texture, stir in rock sugar to taste and cover for about 5 minutes to allow the sugar to dissolve fully. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

TIPS

1. Rather than weighing the Swallow Birds Nest, go by pieces per person. For one person, use 1 piece of Xin Yan Swallow Birds Nest. This equates to about 8-10 grams per person. We use 1 rice bowl of water per person.
2. Although red dates are a common addition in Swallow Birds Nest, we wouldn’t recommend using it. According to our own experience, the cheap red dates will act like a sponge which absorb the goodness of the Swallow Birds Nest (though it’s not so bad if you eat the red dates).
3. We highly recommend to enjoy Swallow Birds Nest in the purest way – just Swallow Birds Nest, water and rock sugar. You may also add American ginseng slices. If you find ginseng bitter or intend to consume at night (it improves alertness/提神), omit it.
4. Don’t fuss over prepping the Swallow Birds Nest, because our Swallow Birds Nest usually very clean. Simply soak the Swallow Birds Nest pieces in water overnight until fully expanded and softened, but not so long that the Swallow Birds Nest disintegrates into small bits. If there are any impurities such as debris and feathers (which is very normal, as it proves that it is 100% authentic Swallow Birds Nest), pluck them out using a kitchen tweezer, drain, and they are ready for cooking.
5. Avoid boiling Swallow Birds Nest for too long. Boiling them for too long will remove the solid chunks in the Swallow Birds Nest, and cause it to become very watery. It will also remove all the proteins and good nutrients inside the Swallow Birds Nest. The older folks especially dislike it when the stewed Swallow Birds Nest do not have solid chunks after cooking (i.e. very watery). We highly recommend boiling them for 15 minutes max.
6. For best results, use the traditional way of double-boiling instead of an electronic double-boiler slow cooker. However, an electronic slow cooker is an alternative, subjected to personal preference.
7. It is said that Swallow Birds Nest is best consumed at room temperature, or chilled, on an empty stomach (such as just before bed, or when you wake up in the morning). For maximum absorption, do not eat “heaty” snacks or medication a few hours before and after drinking Swallow Birds Nest.