Basic information
Chinese Rhubarb Plant Extract Powder has an illustrious history of inclusion in many laxative preparations. Rhubarb is generally considered a mild laxative that produces a soft stool 6-10 hours after ingestion. Rhubarb is especially well suited for children since it is very mild in action. Rhubarb root has a purgative action for use in the treatment of constipation, but also has an astringent effect too. Rhubarb, therefore, has a truly cleansing action upon the gut, removing debris and then astringing with antiseptic properties as well. The primary chemical constituents of rhubarb include anthraquinones,that contribute to the laxative and purgative properties of Rhubarb Chinese research is investigating Rhubarb's ability to possibly inhibit cancer cells.
| Item of Analysis | Specification | Results | Test Methods |
| Makeer Compounds | 10:1 | Complies | Complies |
| Appearance | Characteristics | Complies | Visual |
| Odor & Taste | Characteristics | Characteristics | Organoleptic |
| Extraction solvent | Water | Complies | Complies |
| Drying Method | Spray Drying | Complies | Complies |
| Mesh | NLT 100% pass 80 screen | Complies | Complies |
| Loss on drying | ≤5% | 3.08% | CP2015 |
| Bulk Density | 40-60g/100ml | 51.20/100ml | CP2015 |
| Total heavy metals | ≤20 ppm | Complies | |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤2.0 ppm | Complies | Atomic Absorption |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤2.0 ppm | Complies | Atomic Absorption |
| Mercury(Hg) | ≤0.5 ppm | Complies | Atomic Absorption |
| Cadmium(Cd) | ≤1.0 ppm | Complies | Atomic Absorption |
| Total Plate Count | <10,000cfu/g | Complies | CP2015 |
| Yeast & Mold | <1,000cfu/g | Complies | CP2015 |
| E.Coli | Negative | Complies | CP2015 |
| Salmonella | Negative | Complies | CP2015 |
1. Rhubarb Extract rhein chrysophanic acid has effect on improving digestion and increasing the appetite.
2. Rhubarb Extract rhein chrysophanic acid has the function of antioxidation,delaying aging, preventing osteoporosis, acne(whelk) and dementia in the elderly.
3. Rhubarb Extract rhein chrysophanic acid has function of anti tumor activity and antibacterial activity also have immunosuppression, cathartic and anti-inflammatory effection.
4. Rhubarb Extract rhein chrysophanic acid has function of lowering cholesterin and the blood viscosity, reducing the risk of arteriosclerosis, cardio-cerebrovascular disease and heart disease.
5. Rhubarb Extract rhein chrysophanic acid can be used for preventing cancer, especially breast cancer,prostate cancer,endometrial cancer and ovarycancer,due to its estrogen role.
6. Rhubarb Extract rhein chrysophanic acid is used for helping heal ulcers, alleviate disorders of the spleen and colon, relieve constipation and help heal hemorrhoids and bleeding in the upper digestive tract.
rhubarb extract powder effect
1. Pregnant and lactating women: Pregnant and lactating women are advised to consume rhubarb sparingly, as it may not be safe to consume at this stage.
2. People with diarrhea or constipation: People with diarrhea and constipation should not use rhubarb extract because rhubarb itself has a purging, purging effect, which can make diarrhea or constipation worse.
3.Gastrointestinal disorders: If you have intestinal obstruction, appendicitis; Don't take rhubarb extract for unexplained stomach pain or intestinal inflammation, including Crohn's disease, colitis, and irritable bowel syndrome.