Ortiga, grown at altitudes between 100 and 3,500 meters in regions such as Cusco, Puno, Huancavelica, and Ayacucho, is rich in iron, calcium, magnesium, and antioxidants. These nutrients make it highly beneficial for bone health, helping to maintain bone density…
Oats are cultivated at altitudes between 2,500 and 4,000 meters in regions such as Apurímac, Ayacucho, Cusco, Huancavelica, and more. They are an excellent source of soluble fiber (particularly beta-glucans), proteins, and magnesium. The high fiber content in oats helps…
Mussels are found along the Pacific Ocean coastline of Lima, Arequipa, ICA, and La Libertad. These shellfish are packed with proteins, omega-3 fatty acids, iron, and zinc, making them highly nutritious. Their high iron content is particularly beneficial in treating…
Kiwicha, cultivated at altitudes between 2,000 and 4,000 meters in regions such as Ancash, Apurímac, Arequipa, Ayacucho, Cusco, and more, is a highly nutritious grain rich in proteins, calcium, magnesium, and iron. These nutrients make it ideal for promoting bone…
Green tea is cultivated at altitudes between 1,000 and 2,000 meters in regions like Cusco, Cajamarca, and Amazonas. It is rich in antioxidants like catechins, particularly EGCG, which is considered one of the most powerful antioxidants available. Green tea helps…
Flaxseed is grown at altitudes ranging from 200 to 3,800 meters in regions such as Apurímac, Ayacucho, Cajamarca, Huancavelica, and others. Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, antioxidants, and lignans (which have antioxidant and estrogenic properties), flaxseed offers a wide…
Fava beans are cultivated at altitudes of 2,500 to 3,800 meters in regions such as Amazonas, Ancash, Apurímac, Arequipa, and several others throughout Peru. These beans are rich in proteins, fiber, iron, and folic acid, making them highly nutritious food.…
Dragon’s Blood is a resin extracted from trees that grow in the Amazon Rainforest, primarily found in the lowland tropical regions of Peru, including Loreto, Ucayali, Madre de Dios, and San Martín, at altitudes between 200 and 1,000 meters above…
Chia seeds, cultivated at altitudes of 2,000 to 3,500 meters in regions like Apurímac, Cusco, and La Libertad, are highly nutritious, rich in omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, proteins, and antioxidants. These tiny seeds are excellent for cardiovascular health, helping to…
Cañihua, also known as Kaniwa, is a nutrient-dense grain grown at high altitudes between 3,500 and 4,500 meters above sea level in regions such as Amazonas, Ancash, Apurímac, Ayacucho, Cajamarca, Cusco, and others in Peru. This ancient grain is packed…