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| Product Name | Lotus Leaf Extract |
| Botanical Name | Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn |
| Part Used | Leaf |
| Appearance | Brownish Yellow powder |
| Specification | 4:1 10:1 Straight Powder Nuciferine 1-5% Flavones 5%-20% |
| Storage Period | 24 Months |
| Package | 1kg/bag 25kg/drum |
| Storage Conditions | Store in cool and dry places. Keep away from strong light and heat. |
Description Lotus is perennial, rhizomatous and aquatic herb which usually grows to the height of 150 cm and has a horizontal spread of 3 meters. The roots are long, slightly round from white to reddish and brown. The leaves are large which float on the surface of water. The leaves are water repellant, orbicular, concave-cupshaped with 60 cm as a diameter. The stems are thick which bears flowers several centimeters above the water. The flowers are hermaphrodite, oblong elliptic to obovate, about 10-25 cm diameter and are sweet scented. Petals are white to rosy and numerous. Flowers bloom in the morning and closes in the evening. The fruits are like nuts, oblong-ovoid, brown, glabrous with the size of 1.0-2.0 × 7-1.5 cm. The fruit possess the black, hard and ovoid seeds. Seeds Lotus seeds are sweet edible seeds of lotus flower ans is a good source of nutrients, vitamins and minerals. It is commonly known as makhana in India and is small, round and white or off-white in appearance. They are low in saturated fats, sodium and cholesterol; high in magnesium potassium, thiamine and phosphorus and are used in desserts, rice porridge, soups and stir fry dishes. Nutritional Value The serving of one cup measuring 60 gm contributes 0.95 gram of protein, 0.04 gram of total fat and 1.9 gram of dietary fiber. It serves 16.4 mg of Vitamin C, 0.13 mg of Copper, 0.131 mg of Vitamin B6, 0.54 mg of Iron, 47 mg of Phosphorus and others. Lotus root is composed of 48.85 gram of water and 0.3 gram of total sugar. Health benefits All parts of the Lotus plant are edible and provides numerous health benefits. The lotus root is used to treat various health ailments and to add seasoning to the food. It is composed with several vitamins, minerals and nutrients. Due to the richness in Vitamin C, it benefits the body in various ways. The ample amount of potassium helps to reduce fatigue, heart problems, irritability and high blood pressure. Minerals such as iron assist in producing red blood cells. Circulates blood The Lotus root promotes the blood circulation which helps to raise oxygenation of organs and also increase the functions and energy level. The presence of copper and iron in meaningful amount assist in the production of red blood cells, lowers the risk of anemia, increases the blood flow as well as vitality. (1) Influence mood The presence of pyridoxine interacts with the neural receptors in brain which impacts the mental state and mood. It eradicates headaches, irritability and stress level. The flowers of Lotus are associated with tranquility and peace. (2) Flow of blood Lotus root contains potassium in significant amount which helps to maintain the balance the fluids and prevent the sodium effects in the bloodstream. Potassium acts as a vasodilator which helps to relax the blood vessels, lowers the rigidity and contraction, increase blood flow and lowers the stress on cardiovascular system. Potassium is vital for the neural activity and transport the blood and fluid to the brain. (3) Reduce constipation Lotus root is loaded with dietary fiber which adds bulk to the stool and ease bowel movements. This can lower the constipation, increase nutrient absorption through the digestive and gastric juice secretion, stimulates the peristaltic motion in the intestinal muscles and ease the bowel movements. (4) Antioxidant activity Vitamin C is an antioxidant which is found in high amount. It is vital for the formation of collagen; maintain strength and integrity in the organs, vessels and skin. It enhances the immune functions. In addition, Vitamin C eradicates the free radicals from the body that leads to the health conditions like heart disease and cancer. (5) Prevent heart ailments Potassium is a vasodilator and dietary fiber has the cholesterol scrubbing ability. The lotus root contains the pyridoxine which helps to control the homocysteine level in the blood that are associated to heart attacks. (6) Regulates weight Lotus root helps to manage the weight due to low calorie content and high amount of fiber and nutrients. It provides all the nutrients and make full for long periods of time which lowers the chances of overeating and also manage obesity. (7) High in Vitamin A Lotus roots are an excellent source of Vitamin A which enhances the skin, eyes and hair health. The antioxidant activities prevent ocular conditions and macular degeneration, speeds up the healing process, reduces inflammation and skin ailments. (8) |
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