{"product_id":"premium-sweet-bitter-apricot","title":"Premium Sweet \u0026 Bitter Apricot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: x-large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePremium Sweet \u0026amp; Bitter Apricot Kernels (\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: PingFang SC; font-size: x-large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e南北杏\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: x-large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e, Nán Běi Xìng)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003eNourish your respiratory health with our \u003cb\u003ePremium Sweet \u0026amp; Bitter Apricot Kernels\u003c\/b\u003e, available for fast delivery across \u003cb\u003eSingapore\u003c\/b\u003e. This expertly balanced blend of \u003cb\u003eSouth Apricot (Sweet\/Nan Xing)\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eNorth Apricot (Bitter\/Bei Xing)\u003c\/b\u003e is a fundamental duo in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Known as the \"Lung's Best Friend,\" this combination is essential for creating authentic, soothing Cantonese soups and desserts that help combat the effects of haze, pollution, and air-conditioning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe \"Golden Ratio\": Sweet vs. Bitter\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003eOur \u003cb\u003eessential apricot blend\u003c\/b\u003e provides the perfect functional harmony between the two varieties:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSouth Apricot (Sweet \/ \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: PingFang SC; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e南杏\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e):\u003c\/b\u003e Large, plump, and subtly sweet. It is primarily used for its moisturizing properties, helping to \"lubricate\" the lungs and skin.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNorth Apricot (Bitter \/ \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: PingFang SC; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e北杏\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e):\u003c\/b\u003e Smaller and heart-shaped with a distinct, slightly medicinal aroma. It contains \u003cb\u003eamygdalin\u003c\/b\u003e, which is the active component traditionally used to suppress coughs and resolve phlegm.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Synergistic Effect:\u003c\/b\u003e By blending them (usually in a 3:1 or 4:1 ratio of Sweet to Bitter), you get the therapeutic \"qi-descending\" power of the bitter kernel balanced by the nourishing sweetness of the southern variety.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Health \u0026amp; Functional Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003eThis \u003cb\u003epremium\u003c\/b\u003e duo is highly regarded in \u003cb\u003eSingapore\u003c\/b\u003e for its targeted respiratory support:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRelieves Chronic Cough:\u003c\/b\u003e Effective for soothing dry, ticklish throats and helping to clear stubborn phlegm from the respiratory tract.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLung Moistening:\u003c\/b\u003e Acts as a natural internal moisturizer, making it ideal for those who spend long hours in dry, air-conditioned offices.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDigestive Regularity:\u003c\/b\u003e The natural oils in the kernels help lubricate the intestines, promoting smoother bowel movements and relieving \"heatiness-induced\" constipation.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSkin Vitality:\u003c\/b\u003e In TCM, the \"Lungs govern the skin.\" By nourishing the lungs, these kernels help maintain a clear, hydrated complexion.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Use Cases \u0026amp; Recipes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003eThese \u003cb\u003epremium\u003c\/b\u003e kernels are the \"gold standard\" for traditional wellness preparations:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthentic Almond Tea (Xing Ren Cha):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003ePerfect for\u003c\/b\u003e grinding with soaked rice to create a creamy, fragrant, and silky-smooth hot dessert that warms the chest.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLung-Nourishing Papaya Soup:\u003c\/b\u003e Double-boil with \u003cb\u003eSnow Fungus\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003ePapaya\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003ePork Ribs\u003c\/b\u003e for a classic \"cooling\" soup that clears internal heat.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoothing Pear \u0026amp; Apricot Infusion:\u003c\/b\u003e Simmer with \u003cb\u003eSnow Pear\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eRock Sugar\u003c\/b\u003e for a gentle, kid-friendly remedy for a dry cough or sore throat.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHerbal Chicken Broths:\u003c\/b\u003e Add a small handful to any herbal soup base to add a subtle, nutty depth and enhance the tonic's \"clearing\" properties.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePremium Quality \u0026amp; Trust Factors\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003eWe ensure our kernels are of the highest medicinal grade for your peace of mind:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCarefully Balanced Proportions:\u003c\/b\u003e Pre-mixed in a safe, traditional ratio so you don't have to worry about measuring the potent bitter kernels yourself.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eClean \u0026amp; Natural:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e100% pure.\u003c\/b\u003e Our kernels are sun-dried and sorted to ensure they are free from sulphur bleaching or artificial preservatives.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHigh Oil Content:\u003c\/b\u003e Our kernels are aromatic and firm, indicating they have been properly stored to retain their essential fatty acids and nutrients.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOptimal Preservation:\u003c\/b\u003e Packed in moisture-resistant, resealable bags to maintain their \u003cb\u003epremium\u003c\/b\u003e freshness and prevent rancidity in \u003cb\u003eSingapore’s\u003c\/b\u003e tropical heat.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSafety Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e Because \u003cb\u003eNorth Apricot (Bitter)\u003c\/b\u003e kernels contain natural amygdalin, they must be \u003cb\u003eboiled or cooked\u003c\/b\u003e before consumption to neutralize the compound. Our blend is designed specifically for cooking in soups and teas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #181818; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBreathe easier with the time-tested power of nature—order your Premium Sweet \u0026amp; Bitter Apricot Kernels today!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cheng Tai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48504107237593,"sku":null,"price":7.8,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/2095\/3561\/files\/2ce6eb9813e15edd48ad78017550e9ea.png?v=1775781038","url":"https:\/\/chengtaisg.com\/products\/premium-sweet-bitter-apricot","provider":"Cheng Tai Global Pte Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}