PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
This thorny shrub typically grows two to three meters in height. It is a woody plant with an external brownish-yellow hue and a vibrant yellow interior. Its branches are notably spiny, with thorns arranged in sets of three at the nodes. Similarly, the leaves are grouped in clusters of 5 or 8, measuring approximately 5 cm long and 2 cm wide. The upper surface of the leaves is a deep green, while the underside is a lighter green. The leaves are simple, pinnate, and possess a leathery, spiky texture, featuring numerous thorns along their entire edge. The young flowers are complete and hermaphroditic, with an average diameter of 12.5 mm.
BENEFITS
- Liver protective
- Antitoxic to the liver
- Supports healthy blood sugar
- Fights microbes
- Helps lower cholesterol
- Reduces inflammation
- Acts as an antioxidant
BASIC ANALYSIS
| Analysis Description | Test Method |
|---|---|
| Powder / Extract | Extract Microscopy |
| Loss on drying | Dryer |
| Ash | Dryer |
| Bulk Density | Ph. Eur. 2.9. 34 |
| Arsenic (As) | ICP-MS/AOAC 993.14 |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ICP-MS/AOAC 993.14 |
| Lead (Pb) | ICP-MS/AOAC 993.14 |
| Mercury (Hg) | ICP-MS/AOAC 993.14 |
MICROBIAL ANALYSIS
| Analysis | Test Method |
|---|---|
| Total Plate Count | AOAC 990.12 |
| Total Yeast & Mold | AOAC 997.02 |
| E. Coli | AOAC 991.14 |
| Coliforms | AOAC 991.14 |
| Salmonella | ELFA-AOAC |
| Staphylococcus | AOAC 2003.07 |
GMO STATEMENT
We declare that, to the best of our knowledge, this product was not derived from or manufactured with genetically modified plant material.
BY PRODUCTS & IMPURITIES STATEMENT
- We declare that, to the best of our knowledge, this product does not contain and was not manufactured with any of the following substances:
- Parabens
- Phthalates
- Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC)
- Solvents and Residual Solvents
GLUTEN FREE STATEMENT
We declare that, to the best of our knowledge, this product is gluten-free and was not manufactured with any ingredients containing gluten.
(BSE)/ (TSE) STATEMENT
We confirm that, to the best of our knowledge, this product is free of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE) and Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathies (TSE).
CRUELTY-FREE STATEMENT
We declare that, to the best of our knowledge, this product has not been tested on animals.
KOSHER STATEMENT
We confirm that this product has been certified to Kosher standards.
VEGAN STATEMENT
We confirm that this product has been certified to Vegan standards.
FOOD ALLERGEN INFORMATION
| Component | Present in the product |
|---|---|
| Peanuts (and/or derivatives, e.g., protein oil) | No |
| Tree Nuts (and/or derivatives) | No |
| Seeds (Mustard, Sesame) (and/or derivatives) | No |
| Wheat, Barley, Rye, Oats, Spelt, Kamut or their hybrids | No |
| Gluten | No |
| Soybeans (and/or derivatives) | No |
| Dairy (including lactose) or Eggs | No |
| Fish or their products | No |
| Shellfish or their products | No |
| Celery (and/or derivatives) | No |
| Lupin (and/or derivatives) | No |
| Sulphites (and derivatives) (added or > 10 ppm) | No |
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