{"title":"SaltyShrimp","description":"SaltyShrimp Products","products":[{"product_id":"salty-shrimp-leaves-bark","title":"Salty Shrimp Leaves \u0026 Bark","description":"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWith \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSaltyShrimp Leaves \u0026amp; Bark\u003c\/strong\u003e, you add the valuable substances contained in Indian almond leaves and various barks of mainly tropical trees, without visibly coloring the water. They can help balance your aquarium biologically and may even increase the resilience of the animals in your tank against pathogens like harmful bacteria or viruses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIndian almond leaves and various barks are very popular thanks to their positive influence, and they have been in use in the aquarium hobby for many years. Unfortunately, natural materials tend to release all the active substances within a few days, and then you remove them when changing water, and they also decompose during the natural processes inside the aquarium. What's left over is dead organic matter that decays slowly and is broken down by bacteria and other microorganisms over time. Moreover, leaves and bark can stain the water considerably, something that does not agree with each and every setup. \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLeaves \u0026amp; Bark\u003c\/strong\u003e enables you to replenish the positive substances easily and comfortably without the need of adding new leaves or pieces of bark every week.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIndian almond leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e are harvested from the Indian almond tree, Terminalia catappa. They contain large amounts of different secondary phytochemicals like flavonoids, humic acids (humic acid and fulvic acid), tannins, iridoids, pyrethroids and saponins. These substances are known to inhibit bacteria, prevent inflammations, help with tissue repair and mildly tan the mucous membranes of fish and inverts, which makes them more resilient. Moreover, they boost the willingness to spawn in shrimp and ornamental fish, they can prevent the spawn from being infected with fungi and can have a supportive effect to the immune system in the case of infections. They even have the ability to bind to toxic heavy metals in the water, rendering them harmless - for a good water quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNature's way of protecting trees has been giving them bark, where their defenses against pathogens and parasites from the outside are concentrated. Various barks are traditionally used as medicine and care products, and with Leaves \u0026amp; Bark they now have been introduced into the aquarium hobby thanks to their manifold beneficial effects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe use the bark of the \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfrican plum\/cherry tree\u003c\/strong\u003e (Pygeum africanum), of the \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ecat's claw\u003c\/strong\u003e (Uncaria tomentosa), of the \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003elapacho tree\u003c\/strong\u003e (Tabebuia impetiginosa), of the \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eoak tree\u003c\/strong\u003e (Quercus) and the \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003equebracho tree\u003c\/strong\u003e (Aspidosperma quebracho-blanco).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese different barks add, amongst other substances, tannins, humins, humic acids, calcium and magnesium. They are especially valued as they have anti-inflammatory properties, but they can also have a positive influence on fertility, optimize the digestion of your aquarium animals, they fight fungi and parasites, inhibit viruses and boost the immune system of your aquarium inhabitants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA detailed overview of the active substances in Leaves \u0026amp; Bark\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlavonoids\u003c\/strong\u003e: Water-soluble flavonoids are actually plant colorants, which play an important role in the plant's metabolism. They protect it from damage by microorganisms and insects. In the aquarium water, flavonoids may have an antiallergic and anti-inflammatory effect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHumic acids\u003c\/strong\u003e: Humic acids, dark in color, form during the degradation of organic material. They have a highly beneficial effect on a multitude of vital functions in shrimp and fish, but they can also lower the pH of the water, bind to toxic substances and increase the overall well-being of the animals in the aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTannins\u003c\/strong\u003e: Water-soluble tannins are tanning agents produced by plants, and they are found in large amounts in Indian almond leaves, for example. They can reduce the bacterial count in the water considerably.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSaponins \/ triterpenoids\u003c\/strong\u003e: Saponins \/ triterpenoids are active substances that are present in many medicinal plants. They can have a boosting effect on the immune system, are anti-inflammatory, dissolve mucus and stimulate the production of hormones. Moreover, they can increase the uptake of other substances in the intestine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat are the effects of Leaves \u0026amp; Bark?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAgainst bacteria\u003c\/strong\u003e: The active substances contained in the Indian almond leaves and the barks used in the production of Leaves \u0026amp; Bark inhibit bacteria and may even kill them off. This effect is mainly caused by flavonoids (like for example quercetin and kaempferol).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAgainst fungi\u003c\/strong\u003e: The beneficial substances present in Indian almond leaves and tree barks are moreover known to inhibit fungi. Indian almond leaves and various barks have been in use in the aquarium hobby for many years, as a prevention and as a cure against fungal infections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAgainst inflammations\u003c\/strong\u003e: Leaves \u0026amp; Bark can be used to stop inflammatory processes thanks to a whole range of different highly active substances: flavonoids and tannins, but also triterpenoids \/saponins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAgainst free radicals\u003c\/strong\u003e: Tannins may have a strong anti-oxidative effect, they can be used to catch the highly reactive free radicals, atoms or molecules that would otherwise do great damage to the organism. Tannins are highly effective in binding to them, thus rendering free radicals harmless.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor the mucous membranes\u003c\/strong\u003e: Tannins have a slight adstringent effect as they react with proteins in mucous membranes, rendering them less pervasive for microorganisms and parasites — a great prevention for white spot disease \/ ick in fish and many bacterial infections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUse \/ Dosage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShake well immediately before use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAdd weekly 1 ml (approx. 12 drops) per 10 liters of aquarium water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e","brand":"SaltyShrimp","offers":[{"title":"100ml","offer_id":40121185403017,"sku":"","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"250ml","offer_id":40121185435785,"sku":"","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0574\/9958\/2601\/products\/16143407996038ddc9d0c3b_1.jpg?v=1647905547"},{"product_id":"salty-shrimp-herbal-bacter","title":"Salty Shrimp Herbal \u0026 Bacter","description":"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWith \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHerbal \u0026amp; Bacter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e, you add herbal substances and live bacteria to your aquarium water. This product has the potential to enhance the water quality, to reduce muck, it is effective against fungal infections and it can increase the health of your fish and shrimp as well as their ability to make use of the food (resorptive capacity) and it can boost their resistance against pathogens like bacteria and viruses. Carefully selected herbal extracts and a multitude of different live microorganisms create perfect biological living conditions inside your aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHerbal extracts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e (Herbal)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHerbal \u0026amp; Bacter makes use of the effects of different medicinal herbs and secondary phytochemicals, which are becoming quite popular also in commercial aquaculture due to their manifold positive effects on shrimp and fish, like an enhanced immune response, antibiotic, antiviral and antifungal effects, stress reduction, better growth rates and so on.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHerbal \u0026amp; Bacter contains for example yarrow leaves, basil leaves, camomile, plantain leaves, stinging nettle leaves, sage, lovage leaves, rosemary leaves, raspberry leaves, blackberry leaves, thyme and many more. Herbal essences like for example flavonoids, alkaloids, polypeptides, quinones, terpenoids, polyphenols and lectins have proven to be very effective alternatives to antibiotics and other synthetic substances in numerous international studies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLive bacteria\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e (Bacter)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHerbal \u0026amp; Bacter contains a multitude of different live bacteria cultures, which settle in the substrate and the filter media but also in the intestines of the animals inside the aquarium, where they start their beneficial activity right away. In the aquarium, these live microorganisms break down leftover food and fish and shrimp feces fast and efficiently, and prevent the formation of toxic substances from the start or render them harmless very quickly. The water is cleaned and stabilized, the amount of muck is reduced, and the filter requires less cleaning. Moreover, these bacteria act as antagonists opposing harmful pathogens. Thanks to the crowding-out effect, the number of unwanted bacteria in biofilm is reduced, and they cannot spread. In the intestinal tract of fish and inverts, the beneficial bacterial of Herbal \u0026amp; Bacter help with digestion and nutrient uptake and prevent pathogens from spreading and settling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHerbal \u0026amp; Bacter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e is suitable for regular use and for probiotic water conditioning at water change, as well as a curative for problems, and it is also great for inoculating new tanks. The bacteria this product contains are ideal as starter bacteria and\/or for weekly renewal. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHerbal \u0026amp; Bacter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e is also great for enhancing dry fish and shrimp food: simply spray\/drip onto the feed and let dry for a short time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsage \/ Dosage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor regular care: weekly 1 ml (approx. 12 drops) for 10 liter of water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAs starter bacteria for new set up: 4 ml (approx. 48 drops) for 10 liter of water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor quarantine or problems: 8 ml (approx. 96 drops) for 10 liter of water. 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You want to reach biological equilibrium inside your aquarium, and overdosing live microorganisms throws the ecosystem off balance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAvailable packaging sizes (screw bottle)\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.saltyshrimp.de\/images\/clear.gif\" width=\"1\" height=\"4\" alt=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/www.saltyshrimp.de\/images\/clear.gif\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e100 ml \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(sufficient for approx. \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e1000 liter aquarium water for an average regular care)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e250 ml \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(sufficient for approx. \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2500 liter aquarium water for an average regular care)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"SaltyShrimp","offers":[{"title":"100ml","offer_id":40121194119305,"sku":"","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"250ml","offer_id":40121194152073,"sku":"","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0574\/9958\/2601\/products\/herbal_bacter-Gruppe-1300x1300-96.jpg?v=1647906109"},{"product_id":"salty-shrimp-bee-shrimp-mineral-gh","title":"Salty Shrimp Bee Shrimp Mineral GH+","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBee-Shrimp Mineral GH+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e has especially been developed for the keeping and breeding of bee shrimp, bumblebee shrimp and tiger shrimp in an aquarium, to mineralise RO water, rainwater, fully desalinated water etc. It raises the total hardness (°dH) without significantly influencing the carbonate hardness (KH). This is especially important for shrimp originating from softwater habitats (ratio of KH\/°dH: 0.06\/1.0).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBee-Shrimp Mineral GH+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e contains all the important minerals and trace elements your shrimp need for their well-being, an intensive colouration, successful breeding and healthy growth. It also furthers plant growth and the microbial regeneration of biological filter substrates. The danger of noxious bacteria is reduced, as these salts especially further the growth of antagonistic (beneficial) microflora.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBee Shrimp Mineral GH+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e does not influence the pH directly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor keeping and breeding bee shrimp, aim for a pH of under 7. As soon as biological biodegradation processes start in your tank this may happen all by itself. However, if the pH remains higher, the low carbonate hardness (KH) enables you to influence the pH very easily, e.g. by the use of black alder cones or peat (both containing fulvic acids), or with pH-reducing additives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInstructions of use\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMix with water outside of the aquarium. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBee-Shrimp Mineral GH+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e dissolves almost completely within seconds, and the water is ready for use at once. Please make sure that any undissolved particles go into your tank, too. Close the container tightly after use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDosage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUse \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBee-Shrimp Mineral GH+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e to re-mineralise RO water, rainwater, fully desalinated water etc. to reach a total hardness of about 6 °dH and\/or a conductance of about 200 +\/- 50 µS (Microsiemens). 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