Lucuma

Lucuma is a tropical fruit native to South America. Its caramel flavour means it is often used in juices, milks, ice creams and as a sweetener, and also a base ingredient for many native dishes. Lucuma is a good source of iron, potassium and zinc.

Nutritional Benefits

• Maintains nervous system health
• Maintains normal muscle function
• Maintains normal blood pressure

• Contributes to normal energy yielding metabolism
• Aids in the reduction of tiredness and fatigue
• Contributes to red blood cell and haemoglobin formation and the transport of oxygen around the body
• Contributes to normal immune system function
• Helps maintain normal cognitive function

• Metabolism of macronutrient, fatty acids and vitamin A
• DNA and protein synthesis
• Maintenance of normal bones, nails, hair and skin
• Prevention of cell damage by oxidative stress
• Functioning of the immune system
• Contributes to normal fertility and reproduction

Risks and Side Effects

Uses

Lucuma products we have available can be found here.

 Recipes using lucuma can be found here.

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