The legend of bird nest/swallow nest in Chinese cuisine dates back to the Ming Dynasty. According to the written literature, the great Admirals Zheng was known to be the first person who consumed the bird nest. After discovering its special effects in promoting the energy of his fleet of sailors, he brought back some for the Emperor.
Ever since then, the Chinese view bird nests as a delicacy in their cuisine. Due to its scarcity, it is sold at a premium price.
Swallow nests contain water soluble glycoprotein and amino acids. The glycoprotein promotes cell division. It is a rejuvenating agent. It also contains epidermic growth factor which promotes cell growth and tissue repair. Minerals like calcium, sodium and potassium are found in the swallow nest. Minerals are essential for the increase of body's resistance against diseases. It also contains antioxidants which basically helps in anti-aging. It retards the process of ageing.
Throughout the practice, the traditional Chinese medicine found plenty of beneficial effects in the consumption of the bird nest. It is very good for human lungs. It promotes quick recovery from lung infection. It is anti-phlegm and anti-coughing.
Many film stars consume swallow nest to maintain young and energetic look. The ladies particularly like to consume it because it assists in improving the skin especially facial complexion. It makes their faces appear bright and radiant.
For those who has just recovered from sickness, it is a best supplement. It speeds up recovery from the sickness. For instance, a patient who just gone through the chemotherapy treatment may consume swallow nest to speed up recovery.
The epidermic growth factor and glycoprotein increase cell reproductive capacity. It is good for pregnant women. However, it must be consumed about three months well before pregnancy to achieve the desired effects. The desired effects include healthier mother and stronger and healthier baby. It is also good for baby as it improves mental growth. Beside epidermic growth factor, it also contains mitogenic stimulation factor which can eliminate abdominal wrinkles which appear during pregnancy.
For the elderly, bird nest can be consumed as elixir tonic for longevity and good health.
It may help to release the stress through its medicinal effect. For smokers, it assists in improving the breathing system.
Swallow nest should not be consumed by certain group of people. Infants below 4 years old should not take it. It can be consumed by infants older than 4 years. It could be cooked longer to become porridge for the infants to take. The patients who contract influenza should stop from taking it. It however, can be taken by the patients who suffer coughing only. The patients who suffer from other sicknesses and without medical treatment should not consume the swallow nest. It should not be consumed by those who are allergic to protein.
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