Nature Nest Bird's Swallow Nest (AAA grade)

N. W. 1.99oz in sealed box

Top AAA(Triple A) grade

This dried white Bird's nest is guaranteed to be genuine swiflet's nests collected from the renowned coastal islands of Nanyang and is considered to be the best in the world.

Bird's nest is a widely acclaimed tonic among Chinese physicians and is derived form the saliva secreted by swallows which feed mainly on the minute sea creatures. Bird's nest is mainly found on steep cliffs and deep caverns. It is a natural and precious tonic which is extremely nutritious for both young and old. It has a pleasant taste and is extremely beneficial to one's health and complexion. As swallows feed on fish, seaweed and other sea creatures and plants, it is therefore tonic which will not render the body to be too heaty if consumed regularly. Modern scientific research has revealed that bird's nest is rich in protein, phorsphorus and calcium. Bird's nest acts as a demuloent to the lungs and has been widely known for its usefulness in relieving phlegm and counts. It is also a very useful tonic for eradicating weakness in pregnancy and rejunvenating agent for elderly people. In general, bird's nest strengthens the self-regulating action of the body and adjusts disorders of metabolism, vitamins, hormones and the oxidizing and reductive action of the body.

How to consume: Soak selected feather-free bird's nest in cold or lukewarm water for 45-60 minutes until it becomes fully expanded being saturaed with water. Take out the bird's nest and put it in a pot with clean water and boil with gentle fire for 1 hour or longer. Add rock sugar or sugar and it is ready to be served after another 5-10 minutes of boiling. It can either be served hot or cold. To serve cold do not add ice cubes, out cool it in a refrigerator.

To be served as soups: It makes a splendid dish for a banquet by inserting fully expanded bird's nest into a pigeon or chicken to be stewed for 1 to 1 1/2 hours.

A prestigious gift: Bird's nest make one of the best gift for any occassions.