{"product_id":"biofilm-booster-cycle-tea-beneficial-bacteria-growth-natural-saponing-formula","title":"Biofilm Booster Cycle Tea | Beneficial Bacteria Growth | Natural Saponing Formula","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"302\" data-start=\"219\" data-section-id=\"w9jism\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"302\" data-start=\"222\"\u003ePremium Aquarium Cycle Tea (Natural Biofilm Booster for Shrimp \u0026amp; Fish Tanks)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"488\" data-start=\"304\"\u003eBoost your aquarium’s biological stability naturally with our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"392\" data-start=\"366\"\u003ehigh-quality Cycle Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— a proven method used by advanced shrimp breeders to establish healthy tanks faster and safer. Don't waste your money on Lubao bags \/ Kallax balls or expensive powder bacteria; all you need to cycle and promote biofilm in your tanks is \u003cb\u003eCycle Tea.  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"488\" data-start=\"304\"\u003eSame method used by Hop Buy, grand master shrimp breeder, and owner of TB Shrimp.  A biofilm will form on the loose tea and the tea bags. Over time, the loose tea will decompose in the substrate, and the tea bags will sink and slowly release glucose, creating a constant biofilm source. Keep the tea bags in the tank until your next reset!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"784\" data-start=\"781\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"519\" data-start=\"490\" data-section-id=\"14hbuo4\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"519\" data-start=\"497\"\u003eWhat is Cycle Tea?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"627\" data-start=\"520\"\u003eCycle Tea is a natural botanical extract, a \u003cspan\u003enutrient-rich byproduct of camellia oil extraction. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt contains at least 15% \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003enatural saponin, which makes it effective at controlling pests. \u003c\/span\u003eThink of saponins as a natural detergent that lightly stresses the system to eliminate any bacterial infections, \u003cspan\u003ePlanaria, Hydra, Damselfly nymphs\u003c\/span\u003e, bladder snails, and any other pests during your aquarium cycling and setup. Allowing beneficial bacteria to thrive for a stable and clean tank. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"627\" data-start=\"520\"\u003eDuring the initial setup and cycling process, Cycle Tea introduces plant saponins and organics, slightly stresses the system, and triggers a \u003cstrong data-end=\"402\" data-start=\"383\"\u003ebacterial bloom. \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThat bloom becomes\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"449\" data-start=\"424\"\u003ebiofilm → shrimp food\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"784\" data-start=\"781\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"832\" data-start=\"786\" data-section-id=\"1sb84zn\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"832\" data-start=\"793\"\u003eHow to use Cycle Tea in Your Aquarium?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"832\" data-start=\"793\"\u003e1. Initial Set-up (no fish or plants in aquarium)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"832\" data-start=\"793\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe Shrimp Cartel will provide you with the exact amount of cycle tea based on your tank size.  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisconnect any skimmer or UV filter. Continue to run your sponge or HOB filters. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the two tea bags and the loose tea to your aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWithin the next two hours, you will see foam forming on the top of the aquarium. This is the saponification working. Saponins attach to proteins, detritus, and dissolved organic compounds, then lift them toward the surface, forming foam.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe foam isn’t just waste, it’s also beneficial bacteria, organic carbon, and microbial byproducts, producing biofilm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWait 30-45 days prior to doing the first water change. Change 90% of the water. After a water change, wait 1 day, then test ammonia and nitrates. If levels are ok, you can add your shrimp or fish to your tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"832\" data-start=\"793\"\u003e2. Stocked tanks (tanks already cycled and running with fish and\/or shrimp)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eEven though cycle tea can be added to tanks with shrimp and fish already in them, The Shrimp Cartel does not recommend that the average hobbyist do so. Cycle tea, used incorrectly, can wipe out your entire stock! Saponification will deplete the tank's oxygen. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAs an experienced breeder, The Shrimp Cartel uses 1\/4 of the cycle amount to add to stocked tanks, aiming to eliminate pests and bacterial infections and\/or increase biofilm in heavily stocked tanks. Do this at your own risk!\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"784\" data-start=\"781\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"832\" data-start=\"786\" data-section-id=\"1sb84zn\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"832\" data-start=\"793\"\u003eWhy Use Cycle Tea in Your Aquarium?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1150\" data-start=\"833\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"911\" data-start=\"833\" data-section-id=\"qcqhiq\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"863\" data-start=\"835\"\u003eAccelerates tank cycling\u003c\/strong\u003e – Reduce waiting time before adding livestock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"991\" data-start=\"912\" data-section-id=\"rdc8lp\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"934\" data-start=\"914\"\u003eEnhances biofilm\u003c\/strong\u003e – Critical for shrimp survival, especially baby shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1042\" data-start=\"992\" data-section-id=\"sl5qsb\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1019\" data-start=\"994\"\u003eNatural \u0026amp; 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