[**Lucuma powder**] is obtained from the **dried and ground fruit** of the lucuma tree (Pouteria lucuma) that thrives in the Andes. This fruit is known as 'Gold of the Incas'. It is a perfect alternative for other **sweeteners** and has a low glycaemic index and a delicious **taste**. It naturally contains **sugars**, B **vitamins**, **minerals** and **phytonutrients**.
Contains vitamins B1, B2 and B9, phosphorus, **proteins** and **fibres**.
Properties
• Rich in slow carbohydrates = fuel for the body
• Naturally sweet taste
• No unnecessary, fattening sugars
• Low glycaemic index
• Boosts immune system
• Used for children's food in Peru instead of potatoes
Use
Add 2 or 3 teaspoons of lucuma powder to 250 - 300 ml of smoothies, shakes, milk (vegetable), fruit juices or you can add these to your yoghurts, breakfast cereals. Lucuma is soft and slightly sweet in a pleasant way, with indefinable, heavenly aftertastes such as hints of maple and sweet potato. You can also combine several [superfoods]. Be inventive and don't hesitate to experiment by adding superfoods to your dishes and recipes.
You can take 3 g to 25 g of this superfood per day.
