Description
- 100% Pure
- Dietary Supplement
- Sweet Flavor with Low Glycemic Index
- Good Source of Fiber
- Supports a Healthy Immune System
- USDA Organic
- Non-GMO Project Verified
- Vegan
- Gluten-Free Verified
- Certified Kosher
The Gold of the Incas
Grown primarily in Peru at high attitudes, the lucuma fruit is prized by Peruvians for its health benefits, including longevity and fertility. In ancient times, lucuma was a symbol of fertility to the Incas, which is why it's often referred to as the gold of the Incas". The fruit itself resembles a cross between a mango and a pear, with golden flesh bursting with nutrients. It's naturally sweet flavor is often described as a mix of sweet potato and maple. Because of its soft texture and digestibility, it's typically the first solid food tasted by Peruvian babies. It also happens to be the most popular flavor of ice cream in Peru!
With a low glycemic index of 25, lucuma is a perfect source of sweetness for those on a sugar-controlled diet. It may also help maintain normal blood sugar levels, curb the appetite and support a healthy immune system.
ZINT Organic Lucuma Powder is sourced from family-owned farms in the Andes Mountains of Peru. Our suppliers harvest and sell their produce in accordance with global fair trade values. Once picked, peeled and pitted, the fruit is slow-dried at low temperatures and gently milled into a fine powder, preserving lucuma's amazing health benefits in their purest form.
Suggested Use
Stir into smoothies, ice cream and yogurt. Blend into your favorite cold drinks. Sprinkle on your favorite cereals and desserts.
Other Ingredients
Organic lucuma powder
Allergen information: This product is free of all common allergens, including wheat, gluten, dairy, peanut, tree nut and soy.
Warnings
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Keep away from direct sunlight. Do not refrigerate.
TGA: We make no 'therapeutic claims' with regard to any product.
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| Supplement Facts | ||
| Serving Size: 1 Tablespoon (15 g) | ||
| Serving Per Container: 30 | ||
| Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value* | |
| Calories | 60 | |
| Total Fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans Fat | 0 g | |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 8 mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 135 mg | 3% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13 g | 5% |
| Dietary Fiber | 4 g | 14% |
| Total Sugars | 4 g | |
| Includes 0 g Added Sugars | 0% | |
| Protein | 1 g | 0% |
| Riboflavin | 0.06 mg | 4% |
| Niacin | 0.6 mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 8 mg | 0.6% |
| *Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. | ||