Product
SACHA INCHI - Plukenetia volubilis L.
Seasonality
JAN / FEB / MAR / APR / MAY / NOV
"The peanut of the Incas"
basic
information
It is an autochthonous oleaginous plant of the Peruvian Amazon, known to the world as the “peanut of Inca”, due to its enormous importance during the empire. Its seeds are an important source of omega 3, 6 and 9, and it contains a better balance of polyunsaturated fatty acids / saturated fatty acids than fish.
Benefits
- Its omega 3 fatty acids can help reduce the amount of triglycerides and other fats produced in the liver.
- Its content of essential oils can help counteract irritable bowel problems, as they are essential to maintain intestinal permeability.
- It has a good balance of omega 3, 6 and 9.
Uses and applications
Oil used for gastronomy, flours as nutritional supplements. Also used in the pharmaceutical and beauty industry.
Presentations
Sacha Inchi oil.
Sacha Inchi powder.
