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Chia Seed
Chia seed is considered one of the ``Superfoods``, mainly due to its nutritional density and the properties associated with the nutrients it incorporates, providing benefits for health in general. Excellent source of fiber, antioxidants, calcium, proteins, fatty acids and omega 3 of vegetable origin.
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Super Food
OIL SESAME SEED (Grains) Conventional Origin: Bolivia, Perú
The sesame seed is characterized by its large amount of unsaturated fatty acids, calcium and proteins, in which methionine can be highlighted. Methionine is an essential amino acid that is needed to prevent osteoarthritis and ensure proper muscle function. Sesame seed is also very oily, therefore, it is ideal to be processed into vegetable oil while preserving all the nutritional properties.
NUTRITIONAL PROPERTIES AND BENEFITS
- Protects the cardiovascular system.
- Reduces blood pressure and glucose levels in hypertensive diabetics.
- It helps against stress, anxiety, insomnia, depression and lack of energy, due to its content of amino acids tryptophan.
- It prevents osteoporosis.
- Helps the digestive process.
Contains amino acids.
Naturally Gluten Free
APPLICATIONS
- Currently, sesame seed is one of the most widely used oil seeds in international cooking and baking.
- They are often used in hamburger buns, but also in gourmet bakery.
- Due to their tasty nutty flavor, they are ideal to accompany dishes and salads, adding a special and nutritious touch.
- Since it is a superfood, sesame is also commonly used in protein bars.
- Its high level of oil content makes it ideal to be processed into vegetable oil.
- Sesame seeds are considered an essential food in vegan and vegetarian diets because they are a good source of calcium.
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Super Food
CHIA Seeds Organic & Conventional Origin: Bolivia
Chia seed is considered one of the “Superfoods”, mainly due to its nutritional density and the properties associated with the nutrients it incorporates, providing benefits for health in general. <br> Excellent source of fiber, antioxidants , calcium, proteins, fatty acids and omega 3 of vegetable origin.
NUTRITIONAL PROPERTIES AND BENEFITS
- High content of Omega 3, an essential fatty acid with anti-inflammatory, antithrombotic and vasodilatory properties that helps regulate blood pressure and cholesterol.
- High fiber and protein content.
- 5 times more calcium than milk.
- 3 times more antioxidants than blueberries.
- They triple the amount of iron in spinach.
- Twice as much fiber as oatmeal.
- More protein than any vegetable.
- More potassium than banana.
- Large amount of antioxidants.
APPLICATIONS
- Complement of salads, fruit compotes, natural juices and vegetables.
- Bakery and cake shop.
- It does not contain gluten, which is why it is an excellent alternative for celiacs.
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Super Food
WHITE SESAME (Grains) Conventional Origin: Bolivia, Perú
The sesame seed is characterized by its large amount of unsaturated fatty acids, calcium and proteins, in which methionine can be highlighted. Methionine is an essential amino acid that is needed to prevent osteoarthritis and ensure proper muscle function. Sesame seed is also very oily, therefore, it is ideal to be processed into vegetable oil while preserving all the nutritional properties.
NUTRITIONAL PROPERTIES AND BENEFITS
- Protects the cardiovascular system.
- Reduces blood pressure and glucose levels in hypertensive diabetics.
- It helps against stress, anxiety, insomnia, depression and lack of energy, due to its content of amino acids tryptophan.
- It prevents osteoporosis.
- Helps the digestive process.
Contains amino acids.
Naturally Gluten Free
APPLICATIONS
- Currently, sesame seed is one of the most widely used oil seeds in international cooking and baking.
- They are often used in hamburger buns, but also in gourmet bakery.
- Due to their tasty nutty flavor, they are ideal to accompany dishes and salads, adding a special and nutritious touch.
- Since it is a superfood, sesame is also commonly used in protein bars.
- Its high level of oil content makes it ideal to be processed into vegetable oil.
- Sesame seeds are considered an essential food in vegan and vegetarian diets because they are a good source of calcium.
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Super Food
BLACK SESAME (Grains) Conventional / Origin: Bolivia
The sesame seed is characterized by its large amount of unsaturated fatty acids, calcium and proteins, in which methionine can be highlighted. Methionine is an essential amino acid that is needed to prevent osteoarthritis and ensure proper muscle function. Sesame seed is also very oily, therefore, it is ideal to be processed into vegetable oil while preserving all the nutritional properties.
NUTRITIONAL PROPERTIES AND BENEFITS
- Protects the cardiovascular system.
- Reduces blood pressure and glucose levels in hypertensive diabetics.
- It helps against stress, anxiety, insomnia, depression and lack of energy, due to its content of amino acids tryptophan.
- It prevents osteoporosis.
- Helps the digestive process.
Contains amino acids.
Naturally Gluten Free
APPLICATIONS
- Currently, sesame seed is one of the most widely used oil seeds in international cooking and baking.
- They are often used in hamburger buns, but also in gourmet bakery.
- Due to their tasty nutty flavor, they are ideal to accompany dishes and salads, adding a special and nutritious touch.
- Since it is a superfood, sesame is also commonly used in protein bars.
- Its high level of oil content makes it ideal to be processed into vegetable oil.
- Sesame seeds are considered an essential food in vegan and vegetarian diets because they are a good source of calcium.
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Legumes
MUNG BEANS Conventional / Origin: Bolivia, Perú
Mung (Vigna radiata) is a type of legume known by various names in Spanish: Chinese bean or lǜ dòu (in Mandarin Chinese), loctao in Cantonese Chinese dialect), green soybean (although it should not be confused with true soybean ([Glycine max]), mung bean (from English mung bean, not to be confused with mungo bean, Vigna mungo, which is black) or simply mung bean It is one of the most nutritious varieties of legumes and is characterized by its easy digestion.
NUTRITIONAL PROPERTIES AND BENEFITS
- Mung beans are highly rich in copper, making them a fabulous ally in the fight against wrinkles and age lines. Its
- regular use can take up to 10 years off your hair and improve the appearance of your skin and nails in a remarkable way.
- It has antioxidants.
- Regulates cholesterol.
- Regulates the digestive process.
- Among other fundamental properties.
APPLICATIONS
Currently the most common use of these “green beans” consists of their germination, resulting in the so-called dragon teeth, soybean sprouts, bean sprouts, soy sprouts or simply soybeans, commonly used in oriental dishes. Anti-aging properties.
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Legumes
BLACK BEANS Conventional / Origin: Bolivia
A legume that is undoubtedly important in the diet of the world’s population, especially in Latin America, is black beans. Its origin dates back to pre-Columbian Peru, from where it passed to Europe and then returned to the New World and established itself as an essential food.
NUTRITIONAL PROPERTIES AND BENEFITS
- They can reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases and cholesterol thanks to the soluble fiber it contains.
- It prevents serious diseases such as cancer, as it contains high levels of antioxidants.
- They provide energy thanks to their high content of slowly absorbed carbohydrates.
- Improves the immune system.
- Being a low glycemic index food, it can be consumed by people with diabetes.
- They improve digestion and prevent constipation.
- Suitable for celicacs. They are an excellent alternative to starch.
- It has a high amount of protein, which makes it an ideal food for vegans and to avoid muscle wasting.
- They help prevent malformations in the fetus due to their folic acid content.
- They reduce the risk of anemia.
They motivate kidney activity.
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