Sacha Inchi is a plant native to the Peruvian amazonian, first described as species in 1753 by naturalist Linneo, where its scientific name comes from: Plukenetia volúbilis linneo. His existence is known in Peru since ancient times. In the present, it is known under different names: Amui by some indigenous people, Sacha Inchi and maní del monte, or maní Inca (Quechua and Spanish for « mount peanut » as well as « Inca peanut » in Spanish). It’s the natural oleaginous with the highest omega content, a fatty acid essential for human being’s life. It’s composed of 40.86% of alpha-Linoleic acid (Omega-3) at 36,80%. It also has the lowest content of saturated fat: an average of 6.39%, 3.85% of palmitic acid, and 2.54% of stearic acid.

The oil extracted from its seeds is considered the Inca’s treasure due to its abundant nutrients concentrations. It is the natural fruit that contents the most essential fatty acids (Omega-2, -6 and -9), antioxidants, vitamin A, vitamin E (tocopherols), nutrients that help the skin with its restoration and protection. It is a food that regulates hydration and strengths the skin’s natural barriers, delaying premature aging. In natural cosmetics, it is mainly prescribed for sensible, dehydrated, dry, or even irritated or inflamed skins.

 Some benefits attributed to the intake of Sacha Inchi due to its high content of Omega 3 are:

 – Strengths Immune system.

– Regulates blood pressure.

• Prevents myocardial and arterial thrombosis heart attack.
• Reduces the triglyceride high range improving blood supply.
• Controls and reduces cholesterol.

– Reduces hormonal problems in women.

– Delays aging.

– Attacks, lack of energy, stress, or nervous exhaustion.

– Improves Crohn’s disease treatment

– Produces a protective effect against some types of cancer.

– Is perfect for hair care (dry or damaged hair), due to its high content of antioxidants, especially vitamin E.

– Has anti-inflammatory properties and helps to combat arthritis, arteriosclerosis rheumatism, and osteoporosis.

 Recommendations:

-On an empty stomach, take a spoonful of Sacha Inchi oil to reach the benefits aforementioned. You can include this oil in your breakfasts and salads.

– Recommended portion by meal: 20 g.

• Sacha Inchi oil has a relaxing effect and helps in the fight against mental exhaustion and lack of energy. Together, these properties contribute to postponing aging.

 (for uses and benefits by local communities that take it on a regular basis, please verify the scientific studies related to Omega’s 3 benefits, antioxidants, and vegetable origin proteins)