What is ？
Ashitaba is a lush green plant that has its origins on the island of island of Hachijo Japan where the warm tropical currents pass by on their way North to meet the cold Arctic waters of the Pacific. Its name means "tomorrow' leaf". aptly termed due to its ability to reproduce its green stem and leaf almost on a daily basis.
Ashitaba's scientific name, Angelica Keiskei Koidzme, comes from the Latin name for "angel", most likely due to its "heavenly", well known health benefits that have given it such notoriety. The inhabitants of Hachijo Island are well known for their longevity, having some of the longest life spans on earth (i.e. many commonly live well into their 90's in god health). Ashitaba has been an integral part of their diet for hundreds of years.
When all aspects of their life style were analyzed, the researchers found that the consumption of Ashitaba was a heavy contribution to their healthy, extended lives. Even the local residents of the island refer to Ashitaba as the "longevity herb". As more research has been conducted on this special strain of angelica, Ashitaba has been attracting more and more attention from the scientific community.
The oldest written record of the benefits of Ashitaba appear to be more than 2,000 years old. Of the many thousands of known plants, Ashitaba belongs to the elite 1% category called "medicinal plant".
From the Ming Dynasty to the Shogun warriors, the Ashitaba plant traveled from China to Japan and was a well guarded secret of strength and longevity for hundreds of years among the classes of society.
Ashitaba is a true functional Super Food, containing a vast spectrum of beneficial properties and a unique array of phytonutrients, including 11 vitamins, 13 minerals, chlorophyII, enzymes, carotene, germanium, saponins, proteins, plant fiber, glycosides, coumarins, and a potent, rare class of flavonoids called CHALCONE.
What makes Ashitaba grown on Hachi Jo Island different?
As scientists began to analyze the reason for the unusual longevity of the Hachijo Island residents, they discovered that Ashitaba is the only plant known to contain Chalcone, a class of potent flavonoid compounds.
Ashitaba contains a thick, sticky yellow juice, which is not found in other celery plants. This yellowish element in Ashitaba is neither a flower pigment nor a carotene, but rather two kinds of "CHALCONE" conductors, named "Xanthoangelol" and "4-Hydroxyderricin".
What is ？
As scientists began to analyze the reason for the unusual longevity of the Hachijo Island residents, they discovered that Ashitaba is the only plant known to contain Chalcone, a class of potent flavonoid compounds.
Ashitaba contains a thick, sticky yellow juice, which is not found in other celery plants. This yellowish element in Ashitaba is neither a flower pigment nor a carotene, but rather two kinds of "CHALCONE" conductors, named "Xanthoangelol" and "4-Hydroxyderricin".
What does "Percent Ashitaba" mean?
In Hachi Jo Island, Ashitaba products are researched and developed by Osaka University of Pharmaceutical and manufactured by "Ashitaba Kakou Koujo Co. All Ashitaba products contain 100% of its original nutrients, color and flavor. Nothing was lost or destroyed during this process, so the finished products is therefore called "Percent" Ashitaba.
Why is "Percent" Ashitaba known as the "edible cosmetic"?
"Percent" Ashitaba is valuable for damaged cells. Long time users may also benefit from smooth skin.
Can I take "Percent" Ashitaba with prescription medicine at the same time?
Yes, it is highly recommend. Taking Ashitaba daily can reduce the side effects of "drugs" or "treatments". Ashitaba provides balanced nutrition and may maintain the proper function of the immune system.
How to choose Ashitaba Product?
Beware of "Junk" Ashitaba.
Like all nutritional products, beware of your source of Ashitaba. The original, full-powered source of Ashitaba is grown on the pristine Hachijo Island contains the complete range of phytonutrients in full idea cellular resonance. Sources that have been tested that were grown elsewhere (especially in the U.S., grown with polluted water in poor soil, etc.) have been like shadows of the real thing - with extremely deficient cellular resonance (often chaotic values). It is best to avoid these sources altogether.
Our Percent Ashitaba products are from the origin and have the Certification of Origin from Hachi Jo Island, Japan.
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