Nunatura

Nunatura Quinoa is a seed native to our Southamerican Andes. Its main attribute is its overall nutrient richness. It has even been selected by FAO as a food with high nutritive value. Quinoa is an excellent source of high quality proteins as well as all essential amino acids including a good proportion of lysine and isoleucine.

Nunatura Yacon is considered the world’s richest source of natural FOS (Fructo-oligosaccharides). FOS is a sweet and low caloric dietetic fiber with prebiotic properties. Prebiotics are important components to keep a healthy digestive system. Yacon is often consumed as deliciously tasting syrup, which can be used as ideal sugar replacement in any food or drink, especially in low-calorie products.

Nunatura Chia are native to Central and South America and have been considered an important component in Mayan and Aztec diets for centuries. Today, that people value the importance of a healthy daily diet, chia has gained a lot of attention due to its high content of essential fatty acids, especially omega 3 among other popular nutritional benefits. Chia seeds are one of the richest plant-based sources of omega 3 fatty acids, alpha-linolenic acid or ALA. It is also an excellent source of fiber and its proteins are one of the most digestible plant based proteins. It is gluten free and its flavor profile is among the best among important sources of plant derived omega 3.

Nunatura Camu Camu is a red cherry like fruit form the Amazon Rainforest that has an extraordinarily high content of natural Vitamin C. Its Vitamin C content is higher than fruits like acerola.

Nunatura Cat's Claw is one of Peru’s most potent medicinal plants. Its main attributes are immune system support and joint health. In the First International Congress on this specie, sponsored by the World Health Organization (WHO) it was pointed out that no other rainforest plant has ever prompted such worldwide attention since quinine was discovered in the bark of a Peruvian tree in the 17th century. Peruvian jungle natives, as Ashaninkas, Campas and Amueshas, have been using this plant for a long time to heal many diseases.

Nunatura Sacha Inchi is Peru’s star contribution to the nutrition of the future. Also known as the Inca peanut, this astounding seed, native to the Peruvian Amazon, is not only one of the richest sources of Omega 3, but it also tastes delicious. Additionally to the omega 3 rich oil, Sacha Inchi seeds and powder can be viewed as an excellent source of high quality proteins, even higher then soy beans.

Nunatura Cacao has been praised in its native Amazon rainforest for its tantalizing aroma, flavor and taste. Cacao powder is considered a superfood that can help boost your overall wellbeing. Cacao, “the Food of the Gods”, is a rich source of antioxidants, polyphenols and flavonoids, dietary fiber and minerals such as magnesium and iron. Traditionally Cacao has been used to help increase energy levels and as a stimulating and aphrodisiac agent.

Nunatura Lucuma is a round fruit of a green color in the outside, with a yellow to orange and fibrous pulp in the inside. It is native to Peru. Lucuma is praised for its astounding and unique flavor, which gives any recipe a creamy maple to caramel flavoring as well as a low-calorie sweetness. It is very commonly used in all type of desserts, including ice cream, as well as in fruit juices. Besides beta-carotene its content of fiber, niacin and iron are worth mentioning.

Nunatura Golden Berry is a delicious, appealing, sweet and sour tasty fruits native to the Peruvian Andes. There they have long been treasured for their taste, nutritional and antioxidant properties. Also known as Inca berries or Cherry of the Andes, they are rich in beta-carotene, an excellent source of pro-vitamin A, and also a good source of dietary fiber. Goldenberry’s content of vitamin C, proteins, bioflavonoids, as well as iron and phosphorus are worth mentioning.