Carob Bean

History:

Carob pods grow on a dome-shaped evergreen tree with dark green compound leaves. The tree may reach a towering height of nearly fifty feet and is native to the Mediterranean region of southeastern Europe and western Asia, and has been widely cultivated in those areas since ancient times for its edible pods, which are rich in protein and sugar. The pods are the so-called "locusts" that St. John the Baptist ate while he wandered and prayed in the desert; hence, we have Carob's common name, St. John's Bread. The seeds, which are remarkably uniform in mass, were used in ancient times as the original weight units for gold used by jewelers and goldsmiths and from which, we presume, the term "carat" is derived. Although the root system grows deeply, the trees cannot tolerate waterlogging and thrive best in hot climates. It is drought-resistant and well adapted to its native Mediterranean region and it one of the few trees growing in the desert regions of South America. Although not regarded as a food staple in the Mediterrean countries, it will provide sustenance during times of famine and has been traditionally planted as forage for animals; it probably sustained the horses of Lord Allenby's cavalry during World War I and the Duke of Wellington's mounts in Spain during the Peninsular Campaign. Carob Bean has been a substitute for Cocoa, because it contains fewer calories and is naturally sweet; and, unlike Cocoa or sweet chocolate, is caffeine-free. Carob Beans may be roasted and ground for use as a coffee substitute, and Carob is a versatile additive used to flavor jams, liqueurs, juices, cigarettes and other food products. Since Carob is said to possess soothing properties, its demulcent qualities were at one time used by singers to clear the throat. Some of Carob's constituents include, protein, tannins, carbohydrates and fiber.

Recommended Dosage:
Take two (2) capsules, one (1) to two (2) times each day with water at mealtimes.

Contraindications:
Currently, there are no known warnings or contraindications with the use of Carob Bean Herbal Supplement, but some people have reported red eyes or thick discharge from the eyes, or sticky eyelids in the morning upon awakening.

Capsule Information:
Our Carob Bean supplements are encapsulated in 100% Gluten-free, Vegetable Cellulose, Certified Kosher, size "00" Capsules.(click here for size comparison) Each capsule contains approximately 600 mgs.

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