I’m sure you’ve seen lots of skincare products and even health drinks which contain bird’s nest; do you know what are the benefits other than listening to your family’s advice? Basically, what you know as bird’s nests are actually edible saliva nests made by cave swifts. They have been used in Chinese cuisine for over 400 years till now.
Traditionally, bird’s nests are believed to contain medical benefits such as strengthening of the lungs and body ailments such as bronchitis, overheating of body and weak blood. According to the biochemists, bird’s nests have been proven to aid in nourishing and replenishing cells. However, because of some untraceable compositions that have medical benefits, bird’s nests can’t be judged based on a purely nutritional point of view.
But if you have had good quality bird’s nest drink while you’re feeling sickly, you will notice that there is a difference in how your immune system reacts to the environment. I personally don’t think it is all because of your mental composition; why else would it still be so popular even in the day and age of modern medicine? However, be prepared to part with your hard earned money as bird’s nest do not come cheap, especially those of higher quality.
(Source: Natural Nest, Swallow Nest)