Super Andean Grains

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Sacha Inchi is an oleaginous plant originally from the Peruvian Amazon and it is known as the Inca peanut because of its importance and high consumption during the Inca empire.

HEALTH BENEFITS & PROPERTIES

• Its seeds contain one of the most important sources of Omega 3, 6 and 9 in the world, over the so called blue fish. 
• Extraordinary oil considered an essential fatty acid for life.
• Helps to counteract problems related to irritable bowel syndrome and fatty liver
• Benefits the reduction of bad cholesterol in the blood (LDL) and stimulates the increase of good cholesterol (HDL).
• Regulates the arterial pressure, preventing arterial thrombosis and myocardial infarction.
• Reduces triglycerides, improving the blood flow.

Uses and applications: In smoothies, baked goods, snacks, cereals, nuts, granola, cereals, desserts.

Similar to yellow corn but purple, this amazing Andean Superfood has breen grown in Peru for thousands of years. This variety of corn, whose farming goes back to pre-Hispanic period, is the base of some Peruvian gastronomy classics like mazamorra (soft, sweet maize-based dessert) and chicha (purple corn sweet drink). 

HEALTH BENEFITS & PROPERTIES

• It is one of the richest sources of important anthocyanins. These are a type of complex flavonoid that produces blue, purple or red colors. 
• Anthocyaninins are anti-inflammatory, helps to delay cell aging and encourage connective tissue regeneration.
• As well as being a powerful source of antioxidants that keep us looking young and protected from disease, it promotes blood flow and reduce cholesterol.
• It helps to control diabetes, diminishes the capillary permeability improving its resistance and protects the ocular retina.

Uses and applications: In smoothies, baked goods, cereals, granola, snacks, and cosmetic applications.

Far more iron, calcium, protein, manganese, fiber, and other phytonutrients than wheat or rice. One of the most protein-rich of any plant-based food, rivaling that of animal-based foods like cheese. It is used for nutrition of pregnant women and children.

HEALTH BENEFITS & PROPERTIES

• Amaranth is referred to as a “complete protein” because it contains lysine, an amino acid missing or negligible in many grains. 
• Lysine helps the body absorb calcium and plays an important substance of bones and connective tissues including skin, tendons and cartilage.
• Amaranth is naturally Gluten Free, which makes it a great choice for people who are celiac or gluten intolerant and an excellent way to boost the nutritional power of gluten-free recipes.

OTHER PRESENTATIONS

- Amaranth Grains 

- Amaranth Flakes 

- Puffed Amaranth

Uses and applications: Direct consumption (natural) in salads, granolas, cereals, smoothies, snacks and baked goods.

Over the high Andean plateau where few crops develop between snowfalls and droughts, the cañihua grows in all its glory, painting the pampas of the highland like an impressionism fresco, with warm colors like scarlet, lilac, emerald, and indigo which contrast with the frozen spell of the puna weather.

HEALTH BENEFITS & PROPERTIES

• A super grain rich in proteins and fiber high in phenolic compounds which favors strong antioxidant capacities.
• Contributes to maintain and increase muscle mass. 
• Suitable for limited-meat diets and a balance of first-line amino acids particularly rich in lysine, isoleucine and tryptophan.
• Contains vitamin E and B complex apart from being Gluten free grains.
• Helps to reduce cholesterol in the blood and prevents heart diseases.

Uses and applications Direct consumption, salads cereals, granola, smoothies, baked goods, snacks, porridge, crackers.

Peru has over 3,000 of varieties however the world only benefits of less than 1% of these.

Included in NASA astronaut diets, Quinoa is a grain of high nutritional value.

HEALTH BENEFITS & PROPERTIES

• This wonderful grains provides high levels of proteins, unsaturated fatty acids, minerals (calcium, iron and magnesium), vitamins E, B1,B2 niacin and phosphorus. 
• It has a high fiber content -7gr per 100gr of raw quinoa which favors the intestinal transit, the development of beneficial bacteria and helps to prevent colon cancer.
• Gluten free food, appropriate for celiac disease patients

Varieties:

• Red, White, Black Quinoa grains
• Quinoa Flakes, Flour, Powder, Puffed

Uses and applications: Direct consumption, salads cereals, granola, smoothies, baked goods, snacks, porridge, crackers.

Chia is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, Lamiaceae, native to the center and south of Mexico and Guatemala that was cultivated by Aztecs and Mayas in pre-Columbian times. Currently, it is produced in countries such as Mexico, Argentina, Paraguay, Bolivia, Ecuador and Peru. 

HEALTH BENEFITS & PROPERTIES

• A great source of Omega 3, and it does not contain gluten in its chemical composition so it is ideal for people with celiac disease. 
• It also contains calcium, iron, phosphorus, vitamin A, potassium, magnesium, niacin and zinc, as well as soluble fibers and natural antioxidants. 
• Chia helps control cholesterol levels and boosts immune system.

Uses and applications:  Direct consumption, salads cereals, granola, smoothies, baked goods, snacks, porridge, crackers.