Birdnest

What is birdnest?

Birdnest is a nest made of swallows’ (mainly swiflets) saliva combined with feathers and grass to lay eggs.

It’s only when swallows want to build nest and lay eggs that they will secrete a thick and gelatinous liquid (saliva).
Their saliva will slowly solidifies when exposed to air, and will gradually form into a white bowl-shaped nest.

When the eggs are hatched and the offspring fly off, the birds will abandon the birdnests

After the bird’s nest is picked, it has to undergo complicated processing such as steaming, soaking, removing impurities, picking hair, and drying to make the finished birdnest we see in the market.

What are the benefits of eating birdnest?

The major benefits of birdnest include:

1️⃣ Skin nourishment
Birdnest contains biologically active protein molecules, which is a very important polypeptide hormone – epidermal growth factor, known as “beauty gene”, which can make human skin smooth and elastic.

2️⃣ Strengthen lung
Birdnest is rich in sialic acid, collagen and a variety of minerals. The sialic acid can help repair damaged cells in the lungs, alleviate coughs and pulmonary conditions such as asthma, breathlessness and prolonged cough.

3️⃣ Better immune system
Birdnest contains a large amount of mucins, glycoproteins, 18 kinds of amino acids and various minerals such as calcium, phosphorus and iron. Regular consumption can play a role in strengthening the body and improving immunity.

When to eat bird’s nest?
How much do you eat at a time?

Birdnest is best absorbed when consumed on an empty stomach, for example, in the morning.
This will help your body to better absorb the nutrients.

It is recommended to eat a small amount(about 3-5 grams in its dried form) every day consistently rather than a large bowl all at once.
Birdnest consumption over a long period of time will show better results.

How to store dried birdnest?

Store birdnest in an airtight storage container and place it in a dry and cool place

Remarks:
– Avoid storing dried birdnest in the refrigerator. Moisture in the refrigerator can cause the birdnest to mold
– Keep it away from direct sunlight.

Will dried birdnest expire?

The shelf life of dried birdnest is generally about 3-4 years.

Nevertheless, the preservation period is subject to the dryness of birdnest.
The drier it is, the longer its shelf life.