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Lucuma
 

Lucuma

Uses and properties 

Contributes to the increased level of hemoglobin in the blood.
Rich in niacin or vitamin B3 stimulates the functioning of the nervous system.
Lucuma is an extraordinary natural energizer that gives vitality to develop normal daily activities.

Definition

The botanical name which is Lúcumo Lucuma obovata HBK is a fruit native to the Andean region. In this area Eco Lúcumo types still grow wild in Peru. 

According to chroniclers and historians, the use of Lucuma in earlier times comes from the Inca Empire (Inca Empire). It is evident in images molded into vessels of the Mohican culture that it was developed on the north coast of Peru. This corroborates an ancient use as part of the diet in these and other populations that settled in villages along the coast and highlands of Peru. 

This delicious fruit which was left for us by the pre-Inca cultures contributes to increasing the level of hemoglobin iron content. Therefore Lucuma is energizing and rich in niacin, or vitamin B3 that stimulates the functioning of the nervous system and is therefore an ally against depression. 

Lucuma fruit is rich in fiber, iron, and carotene. It is a high-energy food that is eaten fresh and is even used to make delicious ice cream, desserts, cocktails and endless presentations. 

Lucuma Flour

It has good quality and quantity of pulp, which is processed, dried and powdered as a flavoring for food or feedstock for the manufacture of other end products, managing to satisfy the market demand at times when there is no fresh fruit. 

Lucuma flour is finely grounded and has a golden yellow color. It is sweet with a rough texture. Lucuma pulp is mostly used industrially in the form of flour to produce ice cream, cakes and pastries (flan, milkshakes, pudding, custard and porridge, ice cream, etc.). Mainly. 

 

Medicinal Properties

Lucuma is recommended for depression, for its high content of niacin or vitamin B3, which facilitates the metabolism of proteins and the process of producing energy. 

Recent studies confirm that this vitamin helps reduce cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood, so it is vital to the treatment of many diseases, especially obesity and cardio vascular diseases. 

Carotene can reduce the chances of heart attacks and increases the efficiency of the immune system. 

Nutrition Facts

Fresh produce is the fruit pulp (mesocarp peeled and without seeds), with its original amount of water without undergoing any processing method. 

Lucuma has a high nutritional value, a good source of carbohydrates and is rich in minerals and vitamins.

Components
%
Pulp
69 to 82
Peel
7 to 15
Hole
2 to 3
Seed
8 to 14

The nutritional value of 100 gr. of fresh Lucuma pulp and flour.

Component
Unit
Fresh Pulp
Flour
Water
g.
72.3
9.3
Energy Value
Cal.
99
329
Proteins
g.
1.5
4
Fiber
g.
1.5
2.3
Lipids
g.
0.5
2.4
Ash
g,
0.7
2.3
Calcium
Mg.
16
92
Phosphor
Mg.
26
186
Iron
Mg.
0.4
4.6
Carotene
Mg.
2.3
0
Thiamin
Mg.
0.01
0.2
Niacin
Mg.
1.96
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Absorbic Acid
Mg.
2.2
11.6
Rivoflavin
Mg.
0.14
0.3

 

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