Bird's nest is a Chinese delicacy that has been claimed to be an effective health giving tonic. The 'nest' in itself is made by swifts (bird) form a nourishment rich gel secretion which modern research has revealed to contain a number of health promoting qualities.

Bird's nest is pleasant on the palate, contains plenty of nourishment and possesses what the Chinese call "rejuvenating effects". Modern science has help ascertain the age old belief that bird's nest contains a host of different proteins ( so essential to life), vitamins and various other minerals.

Research has also found that bird's nest contains the epidermal growth factor. This helps explain why Chinese herbalists often prescribe bird's nest to people who fail to thrive or grow for no apparent reason.

Independent laboratory investigation has also revealed that bird's nest contains a water soluble glyco-protein that promotes cell division within the immune system. These findings lend support to the belief that bird's nest promotes growth and tissue repair. Not only that, bird's nest strengthens the body's self regulating actions and provides resistance to disease.

 

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