The Gold of the Incas
- Rich in beta-carotene and antioxidants
- Sweet flavor with low glycemic index
- Anti-inflammatory, antiviral and antibacterial
Grown primarily in Peru at altitudes between 4,500 and 10,000 feet, the lucuma fruit has been prized for generations by Peruvians as a resource for longevity and virility. 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 looks like a cross between a mango and a pear, with golden flesh bursting with healthy beta carotene and B vitamins. vitamins. Its naturally sweet flavor is often described as a mix of sweet potato and maple. Zint Organic Lucuma Powder is sourced from family-owned farms in the Andes mountains of Peru, who 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 to preserve lucuma’s amazing health benefits in their purest and most bioavailable form.