Swiftlets are from the same family as the common swallow. The Swiftlets (Collocalia Family) are very unique birds. Among all the seventy-six species of Swiftlets in the world, there are only 2 types of species that are able in producing Edible Nest, which are the Collocalia Fuciphaga (white nest) and Collocalia Maxima (black nest).
The most special part about these swallow birds are their nests. Their nests look like a cupped hand, a hollow quarter-ball shape, one side is stuck to a wall (a cave wall, or a man made wooden base in cultivated/house nests) and the other side of the nest is a place for them to perch.
For decades, bird’s nests are likeable in Chinese cuisine and are valued for their high nutritional content and medicinal benefits. Bird’s nest are rich in protein with slight present of calcium and iron that research has found that it helps to strengthening our body immunity system against diseases.
Regularly consume bird’s nests would help one restore the fine and fair complexion of one’s youthfulness. It is also recommended for an expectant mother to consume bird’s nests regularly in order to have a baby with fine complexion and a healthy lung. Above all, the nest posses no adverse side effects, so that their consumption can never be deleterious. They are good for everyone, in any circumstances-sick or well, old or young.
# posted by Ho Sang @ 2:49 AM
