Yuyo, found at altitudes of 1,000 to 3,500 meters above sea level in regions such as Lima, La Libertad, Ancash, and Arequipa, is a nutrient-rich food known for its high iodine, calcium, fiber, and antioxidant content. This makes it particularly…
Native potatoes, grown at altitudes between 2,500 to 4,200 meters above sea level in regions like Cusco, Puno, and Huancavelica, are a nutritious food source rich in fiber, complex carbohydrates, potassium, and vitamin C. These properties help manage type 2…
Rocoto, a spicy pepper found at altitudes ranging from 1,500 to 3,000 meters above sea level in regions such as Ancash, Arequipa, Ayacucho, Cusco, Huánuco, Junín, Moquegua, and Puno, is recognized for its health benefits. Rich in capsaicin, Rocoto exhibits…
Sacha Inchi, primarily grown in the Amazonian regions of Peru, including Amazonas, Huánuco, Junín, Loreto, and San Martín, thrives in tropical and subtropical climates at altitudes ranging from 200 to 1,500 meters above sea level. This superfood is rich in…
Quinoa, found at altitudes between 1,500 and 4,500 meters above sea level in regions such as Amazonas, Ancash, Apurímac, Arequipa, Ayacucho, Cajamarca, Cusco, Huancavelica, Huánuco, Ica, Junín, La Libertad, Lambayeque, Lima, Lima Metropolitana, Moquegua, Puno, and Tacna, is a nutrient-dense…
Muña, found at altitudes between 2,700 and 3,500 meters above sea level in regions like Ayacucho, Cusco, Puno, Huancavelica, and Apurímac, contains essential oils (menthol, pulegone, and isomenthone), antioxidants, and antimicrobial compounds. It supports digestive health, helps alleviate menopause symptoms,…
Mango, grown in Piura, Tumbes, and Loreto at altitudes ranging from 0 to 1,500 meters above sea level, is packed with vitamin C, vitamin A, antioxidants, and fiber. It effectively reduces oxidative stress by neutralizing free radicals, while its vitamin…
Mashua, found between 2,500 and 4,000 meters above sea level in regions like Amazonas, Cusco, and Huancavelica is rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, and calcium. Known for its diuretic properties, mashua helps treat urinary tract infections (UTIs). However, it has…
Lemongrass, found between 200 and 500 meters above sea level in regions like Ucayali, is rich in antioxidants, essential oils like citral, vitamins A and C, and minerals such as potassium and magnesium. Known for its calming and anti-inflammatory properties,…
Leche de castaña amazónica, sourced from the Amazon rainforest up to 500 meters above sea level in regions like Loreto, Madre de Dios, and Ucayali, is rich in healthy fats, vitamins E and B, and antioxidants. This nut milk is…