Ficha Tecnica Lucuma Peruana
Ficha Tecnica Lucuma Peruana
Ficha Tecnica Lucuma Peruana
Lucuma
Nombre científico Pouteria lucuma Kuntze.
Scientific name
Cuenta la leyenda que una diosa andina se negaba al amor, Story tells that an Andean goddess refused to feel
hasta que un ser mitológico, disfrazado de mendigo, la love, until a mythological being dressed like a beggar
conquistó con una fruta de lúcuma, que en la mitología inca seduced her with an lúcuma, which represents fertility
representaba a la fertilidad. En los valles del norte, las semillas in the Inca mythology. In the northern valleys, their
de lúcuma aparecen en las vasijas de barro, los instrumentos seeds appear on clay basins and pottery instruments,
de alfarería y en las tumbas de los nobles. De intenso color as well as in noble’s tombstones. Displaying an intense
strong yellow color, its aroma and taste turned it
amarillo anaranjado, el aroma y sabor de esta fruta la han
into the preferred ingredient of the Pastry industry,
convertido en el ingrediente preferido de la industria pastelera, dairy products and gourmet ice cream industry. The
los productos lácteos y la heladería de carácter gourmet. La commercial potential of the lucuma is based on its
lúcuma fundamenta su elevado potencial comercial en su unique flavor, capable to target other food industries
sabor único, capaz de proyectarlo como un insumo estrella en as a star supply. All of this without taking into account
diversos usos de la industria alimenticia, sin contar con sus its multiple health benefits.
múltiples beneficios para la salud.
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Distribución geográfica
Geographical distribution
Cajamarca
Piura
La Libertad Pasco
Áncash
Lima Cusco
Huancavelica
Moquegua
Ayacucho
Valor nutricional
Nutritional Value
Componentes /Components Pulpa fresca por 100 g Harina por 100 g
Fresh pulp per 100 g Flour per 100 g
Presentaciones
Presentations
Extractos Concentrados Cápsulas Conservas Mermelada Repostería Snacks Jugos Yogur Pulpa congelada Harina
Extracts Concentrates Capsules Canned foods Jam Patisserie Snacks Juices Yogurt Frozen pulp Flour
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LUCUMA
It is a native and native fruit of the Andean valleys that gives us fiber,
potassium, vitamin B3, vitamin C, phenols and carotenoids, this helps
us in the stimulation for the proper functioning of the nervous system. It
gives vitality to perform the activities normally, so it is used as an ener-
gizer. Lucuma provides carbohydrates and minerals to the diet. It con-
tains beta-carotene, which has antioxidant properties and is also used
to prevent certain cancers and heart disease.
Forms of
consumption
FLOUR, FROZEN PULP,
YOGURT, JAM, PASTRIES,
CHOCOLATES, BEVERA-
GES, ENERGY BARS AND
CEREALS.
Seasonality
ALL YEAR.
Benefits
It is a natural energizer and
antioxidant. It prevents
anemia and strengthens the
immune system. It decreases
the chances of heart attacks.
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POWDER
Maca
Maca
Nombre científico Lepidium meyenii Walpers, Lepidium peruvianum Chacon.
Scientific name
Considerada por las culturas precolombinas como un obsequio Considered by the pre-Columbian cultures as a gift from
de los dioses, los cronistas de la Conquista afirmaron en sus libros the gods, the chroniclers of the conquest said in their
que esta raíz fue un alimento sagrado, destinado para la realeza books that this root was a sacred food destined for the
incaica, así como para los guerreros de las tropas del Imperio, Inca royalty and for the warriors of the empire troops
because its properties elevate virility, vitality and physical
por sus propiedades para elevar la virilidad, la vitalidad y la
strength. Bernabé Cobo, chronicler of indigenous stories,
fuerza física. Bernabé Cobo, cronista de Indias, la describió como described it like a root that worshipped Venus, the love
una raíz que rendía tributo a Venus, la diosa del amor, por sus goddess, because of its benefits for fertility, acting like a
aptitudes para la fertilidad como potente afrodisiaco en hombres powerful aphrodisiac for men and animals.
y animales.
• Natural revitalizer.
• Stabilizes and controls arterial pressure.
• Relieves insomnia.
• Recommended for repairing mental and physical balance.
• Helps to reduce stress and tiredness.
• Provides energy and mental clarity.
Cosecha: a partir de los 8 a 11 meses después de la siembra. • Gives vitality and improves the resistance on athletes.
Harvest: 8 to 11 months after the sowing.
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Distribución geográfica Valor nutricional
Geographical distribution Nutritional Value
Huánuco
Pasco
Huancavelica
Ayacucho
Junín
Principios activos: tiene un alto contenido de calcio y fósforo, minerales
útiles en la formación de los huesos. Contiene selenio y magnesio. Es
apropiado como revitalizante.
Active Substances: It has a high content of calcium, phosphorus and minerals
useful in the development of bones. It contains selenium and magnesium and is
a perfect energy enhancer.
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MACA
It is a native herbaceous plant of high nutritional and medicinal value,
produced in our Andes. It provides eight essential amino acids, fiber
and high amounts of potassium, important to reduce the risk of hyper-
tension. Stimulates the endocrine system, producing hormones neces-
sary for bodily and metabolic functions such as digestive, brain and
physiological nervous system. It works by recomposing mental and
physical balance, reduces stress and fatigue.
Forms of
consumption
FLOUR, EXTRACT, JUICES,
JAMS, CAPSULES AND
FOOD SUPPLEMENTS.
Seasonality
ALL YEAR.
Benefits
Stabilizes and controls
blood pressure. It acts as an
energizer, regulates and
increases the function of
the endocrine system. It
has an analgesic effect.
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POWDER
Algarrobo
Mesquite
Nombre científico Prosopis pallida.
Scientific name
Como su raíz se hunde hasta alcanzar el agua del subsuelo, el Like its root sunk into the soil until it reaches the
algarrobo ha logrado pintar los paisajes más áridos del norte underground water, the mesquite has been able to paint
con su imponente figura, que alcanza hasta los 20 metros de the most arid landscapes in the north with its stunning
altura. Los habitantes de Piura, donde se concentra esta especie shape, which reaches almost 20 m (65 ft) in height. The
residents of Piura, where this leguminous species can be
de leguminosa, han llegado a considerar al robusto tronco
found, have even considered this vigorous trunk like a
como un regalo divino, porque les ofrece sombra, alimento, divine gift because it offers them shadow, food, fodder,
forraje, abono, madera, medicina y materia prima para diversas compost, wood, medicine and raw material for different
actividades económicas. economic activities.
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Distribución geográfica Valor nutricional
Geographical distribution Nutritional Value
Componentes / Components Por 100 g /
Per 100 g
Piura
Lambayeque
Presentaciones
Presentations
Madera Productos de belleza Polen Miel Café Snacks Galletas Pastelería Licores Jugos Extractos
Wood Beauty products Pollen Honey Coffee Snacks Cookies Patisserie Liquors Juices Extracts
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ALGARROBO
It is a sweet root with a high nutritional content, rich in fiber, glucose,
fructose and sucrose. It has carbohydrates, carotenoids, minerals such
as potassium, iron, magnesium, calcium, zinc, iodine, selenium and
vitamins B (B1, B2, B3, B6), C and E, in addition to folic acid, recommen-
ded in pregnancy and lactation stages. High proportion of polyphe-
nols, making an insoluble and virtually non-fermentable dietary fiber. It
does not contain gluten and provides us with essential amino acids in
concentrations that meet WHO standards.
Forms of
consumption
FLOUR, SNACKS, HONEY, PAS-
TRIES, BEVERAGES, SPIRITS,
POLLEN AND BEAUTY PRO-
DUCTS.
Seasonality
DECEMBER - FEBRUARY AND
JULY - AUGUST
Benefits
Combat exhaustion, take
care of the skin and hair.
Provides soluble fiber with
prebiotic function. Eliminates
radioactive substances from
the body.
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GOLDEN BERRY
It is a small round fruit with a delicious aroma and bitter and sweet and
sour taste. At present, it is considered one of the five best foods produ-
ced in Peru for health. Powerful antioxidant, with high content of vita-
mins A, B and C, calcium, iron, potassium and phosphorus, which stren-
gthen the immune system and improve the performance of cardiovas-
cular functions. There are studies that give water and cholesterol lowe-
ring properties in patients with hypercholesterolemia.
Forms of
consumption
JAM, FROZEN PULP, CHOCO-
LATE, NECTAR, ENERGY BARS,
SNACKS, CEREALS AND
BEAUTY PRODUCTS.
Seasonality
ALL YEAR.
Benefits
It helps stabilize the level of
glucose, prevent cancers of
the digestive system and
treat asthmatic processes
and other allergies. Relieves
stress and anxiety.
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DEHYDRATED AND WITH
CHOCOLATE.
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PANELA
It is a natural sweetener that is obtained from the evaporation, con-
centration and crystallization of sugarcane juice, which is then granu-
lated by shaking. It is composed mostly of sucrose and in lesser amount
for fructose and glucose. It contains enzymes, fiber, vitamins A, and
some of the group B, C, D and E, minerals such as calcium, potassium,
magnesium, copper and iron.
It is not refined or centrifuged, this gives the panela a dark hue and
makes it contain essential minerals.
Forms of
consumption
HONEY, PASTRIES, SOFT
DRINKS.
Seasonality
ALL YEAR
Benefits
It provides appreciable
amounts of vitamins and mi-
nerals. It provides us with the
necessary energy for the de-
velopment of metabolic pro-
cesses.
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GRANULES AND BARS.
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Distribución geográfica
Geographical distribution
Cajamarca
Huánuco
Áncash
Cusco
Junín
Valor nutricional
Nutritional value
Componentes / Components Por 100 g /
Per 100 g
Presentaciones
Presentations
Snacks Productos de belleza Jugos Mermelada Pulpa congelada
Snacks Beauty products Juices Jam Frozen pulp
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Camu Camu
camu Camu
Nombre científico Myrciaria dubia.
Scientific name
Este pequeño fruto ovalado, de superficie lisa, color rojo y This small oval fruit of red smooth skin and sour center
centro ácido, es el resultado del encanto mágico de una de las is the result of the magical spell of one of the most
despensas naturales más importantes del planeta, que reúne important natural sources of the planet which gathers
fabulosas recetas para la salud y la gastronomía. Familia de fabulous recipes for the health and gastronomy. It
belongs to the family of the myrtaceaes and a high
las mirtáceas, contiene un alto índice de vitamina C, incluso
content of vitamin C, even higher than the ones with
por encima del aporte de alimentos con alta concentración high concentration of ascorbic acid such as orange
de ácido ascórbico, como la naranja o el limón. El camu camu and lemon. Camu camu is one of the most important
es, además, uno de los antioxidantes nativos más importantes native antioxidants in the world, it stops skin aging,
que existen en el mundo, que sirve para prevenir enfermedades reduces stress, prevents heart attacks and diseases
como el cáncer, detener el envejecimiento de la piel, prevenir such as cancer.
los ataques al corazón y reducir el estrés.
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Pápikra
Papikra
Capsicum annuum l.
• Presentación / Presentation
- Entera deshidratada / Whole desydrated
- Polvo / Powder
• Distribución geográfica:
Geographical distribution:
Piura
Lambayeque
La Libertad
Áncash
Lima
Ica
Arequipa
Moquegua
Tacna
• Disponibilidad de exportación:
Export availability:
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PAPRIKA
Forms of
consumption
It is a variety of paprika that has high FOOD COLORING AND
nutritional values, important to have FLAVORING, PHARMA-
a good functioning of the body, also CEUTICAL INDUSTRY,
gives us exquisite aromas and flavors. BEAUTY PRODUCTS.
It has a high content of vitamin C
and a low caloric intake, since it is Seasonality
formed in almost 90% by water. Papri- ALL YEAR
ka, has largely capsaicin, a compo-
Benefits
nent that gives it the spicy flavor. Relieves the pain genera-
Stimulates the production of endor- ted by arthritis.
phins, complements diabetes treat- Stimulates the nervous
ments and generates a bactericidal system, decreasing the
effect, eliminating stomach bacteria. chances of suffering from
stomach diseases.
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POWDER 80,100, 120 Y 200
ASTAS.
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ANNATTO
SEED
Forms of
consumption It is a seed extracted from the bush
FOOD FLAVORING, ME-
also called achiote. The achiote has
DICAL INDUSTRY, BEAUTY
multiple qualities and is highly deman-
PRODUCTS.
ded in the food industry for its plea-
Seasonality sant flavor as a condiment, in addition
AUGUST - JANUARY the bixin of its seeds provides one of
the shades of the purest red color, also
Benefits used in the cosmetic industry for the
It is a powerful antioxi-
manufacture of cream , lipsticks, suns-
dant and has diuretic
substances. It helps creens and as insect repellent. Also in
absorb UV rays that the pharmaceutical industry is used to
affect eyesight and combat hypertension and prostate
reduce blood glucose. diseases
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GRAINS - POWDER
Aguaymanto
Goldenberry
Nombre científico Physalis peruviana.
Scientific name
El aguaymanto es un arbusto que se cultiva desde el periodo The goldenberry grows in a bush and it has been
precolombino. En la actualidad, se le considera uno de los cultivated since the pre-Columbian period. Nowadays,
cinco mejores alimentos producidos en el Perú para la salud. it is considered one of the five best foods for the health
Poderoso antioxidante, con altos contenidos de vitaminas produced in Peru. It is a powerful antioxidant, with a
high content of vitamins A, B, and C, calcium, iron and
A, B y C, calcio, hierro y fósforo, es perfecto para fortalecer
phosphorus, perfect for strengthening the immune
el sistema inmunológico. Se cultivó en el Valle Sagrado de system. It was cultivated in the Sacred Valley of
los incas y fue uno de los frutos más venerados en el jardín the Incas, and was one of the most venerated fruits
de los nobles. Su demanda actual en el Perú y en el resto del in the noble’s garden. Today, its demand as fresh or
mundo se incrementa aceleradamente, como frutos frescos o processed product is growing fast in Peru and the
en productos transformados. Ello se debe a sus propiedades rest of the world, not only for its medicinal properties
medicinales, y también a su versatilidad como ingrediente en but for its versatility as a gourmet cuisine and
la cocina gourmet y la coctelería internacional. international cocktail ingredient.
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Distribución geográfica
Geographical distribution
Loreto
Ucayali
Junín
Valor nutricional
Nutritional Value
Componentes / Components Por 100 g /
Per 100 g
Presentaciones
Presentations
Productos de belleza Cápsulas Licores Yogur Pulpa congelada Mermelada Confitería Harina Jugos
Beauty products Capsules liquors Yogurt Frozen pulp Jam Confectionery Flour Juices
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Chirimoya
Cherimoya
Nombre científico Annona cherimola Mill.
Scientific name
Cuando los españoles probaron por primera vez este fruto, lo The first time the Spaniards tried this fruit, they called
llamaron manjar blanco, por ese dulce intenso, similar al de it “white delicacy” due to its intense sweetness, similar
la caña de azúcar. Áspera por fuera pero dócil por dentro, la to the sugar cane. It is rough on the outside but docile
chirimoya parece un fruto del calor tropical, como el plátano on the inside; the cherimoya looks like a typical fruit of
the tropical heat, just like the banana or the pineapple.
o la piña, pero nada más alejado del Caribe que este producto,
However, it grows over the 1500 m.a.s.l. (4921,26 f.a.s.l.)
que crece sobre los 1 500 metros sobre el nivel del mar, en las at the foot of the Andes mountain range, very far from
faldas de la cordillera de los Andes. Hoy, esta fruta pertenece the Caribbean. Nowadays, this fruit belongs to a select
a un selecto grupo de superalimentos, debido a que posee group of super foods as besides having more fiber than
vitaminas para mejorar la calidad de vida de las personas, an apple and 60% of the necessary daily intake of
como la B1, la B2 o la B6, y minerales como calcio, fósforo, vitamin C for humans, It contains vitamins B1, B2, and B6
hierro y potasio. Además, tiene más fibra que una manzana y that improve people´s quality of life, as well as minerals
el 60% de la vitamina C que necesita consumir el ser humano such as calcium, phosphorus, iron, and potassium.
en un día.
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Distribución geográfica
Geographical distribution
Cajamarca
Piura
Lambayeque
Áncash
Lima
Valor nutricional
Nutritional Value
Componentes / Components Por 100 g /
Per 100 g
Presentaciones
Presentations
Esencia Concentrados Jugos Yogur Licores Repostería Productos de belleza Pulpa congelada
Essence Concentrates Juices Yogurt Liquors Patisserie Beauty products Frozen pulp
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Castaña
Brazil nut
Nombre científico Bertholletia excelsa H. B. K.
Scientific name
El castaño, uno de los árboles más altos de la Amazonía The Brazil nut tree, one of the biggest in the Amazon,
(llega a medir más de 50 metros de altura), es capaz de narrar which can reach up to the 50m (164ft) of height, could
relatos de más de mil años de historia. Rey indiscutible de la tell us stories of more than a thousand years. The
vegetación de la selva, posee un tesoro en forma de cápsulas indisputable king of the forest vegetation possesses
de madera, donde se almacena una riqueza para el paladar y a treasure in shape of wood pills, storing a source
el organismo. La castaña, un fruto seco sabroso y saludable, of wealth for the palate and body. The Brazil nut,
a delicious and healthy dried fruit, full of energy,
fuente de energía, fibra y proteína sin calorías, es uno de
fiber and protein without calories, is one of the main
los principales ingredientes de los alimentos para niños y ingredients for newborns and kids foods. The oil
recién nacidos. El aceite que se extrae de este producto es tan extracted from this product, rich in antioxidants,
nutritivo (por sus propiedades antioxidantes, cicatrizantes healing and revitalizing properties, is so nutritional
y reconstituyentes) que la industria de la belleza no duda en that even the beauty industry has no doubt in using
utilizarlo en sus fórmulas para cremas hidratantes y fragancias it in their formules for everyday fragrances and
de uso cotidiano. moisturizing creams.
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Distribución geográfica Valor nutricional
Geographical distribution Nutritional Value
Componentes / Components Por 100 g / Por 100 g /
Per 100 g Per 100 g
Madre
de Dios
Presentaciones
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Sacha inchi
Sacha Inchi
Nombre científico Plukenetia volubilis L.
Scientific name
El sacha inchi es una planta oleaginosa autóctona de la Sacha Inchi is an oleaginous plant originally from the
Amazonía peruana, conocido en el mundo como el “maní del Peruvian Amazon and it is known as the Inca peanut
inca”, por su enorme importancia durante el Imperio. También because of its importance during the empire. It is also
conocido como “maní del monte”. Sus semillas contienen una known as peanut of the mountain. Its seeds contain one
of the most important sources of Omega 3, 6 and 9 in
de las más importantes fuentes de omega-3, 6 y 9 del mundo,
the world, over the so called blue fish. Extraordinary oil
por encima de los llamados pescados azules. Este aceite es de considered an essential fatty acid for life. Its characteristics
extraordinaria calidad y es considerado como un ácido graso allow the balance of cholesterol and triglycerides, help
esencial para la vida. Por sus características, se utiliza para to regulate weight and reinforce mental capacity. It can
equilibrar el colesterol y los triglicéridos, ayudar a regular be use to invigorate and rejuvenate the skin. It represents
el peso e incrementar la capacidad mental, así como puede an alternative to fight the deforestation and benefits the
utilizarse también como revitalizante y rejuvenecedor de la conservation of the land and environment.
piel. Además, representa una alternativa para combatir la
deforestación, pues favorece la conservación del suelo y del
medio ambiente.
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Distribución geográfica
Geographical distribution
Amazonas
Huánuco
San Martín
Ayacucho
Junín
Valor nutricional
Nutritional Value
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Yacón
Yacon
Nombre científico Smallanthus sonchifolius.
Scientific name
Representado por los alfareros de la cultura Mochica en Represented by the Mochica culture potters on their
sus vasijas de barro como el origen de la vida, esta raíz clay pots as the origin of life, this sweet Andean root
andina de sabor dulce formó parte vital de nuestro pasado is highly recommended for diabetic patients because
precolombino. La ciencia moderna ha revalorado este it reduces the glucose in the blood. Now, the modern
science has increase the value of this tuber due to its
tubérculo por su alto contenido de inulina, fibra dietética
high content of insulin, dietary fiber that helps the
que ayuda al organismo a metabolizar la glucosa y reducir organism to metabolize the glucose and diminish
los índices de colesterol. cholesterol rates.
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Distribución geográfica Valor nutricional
Geographical distribution Nutritional Value
Componentes / Components Por 100 g / Componentes / Components Por 100 g /
Per 100 g Per 100 g
Amazonas
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Muña
Muña
Nombre científico Minthostachys mollis.
Scientific name
Desde la era de los incas, los hombres del Ande utilizaron la Since the period of the Incas, the men from the Andes
raíz de la muña como una refrigeradora portátil, porque tenía used the muña root as a portable refrigerator because
la propiedad de conservar los alimentos por más días. Hoy se it has the property to preserve food for many days.
sabe que este producto crece en las cumbres de las montañas, Today we know that “this product”, which grows in
the highest part of the mountains, has more calcium
posee más calcio que la maca y un alto contenido de fósforo,
and phosphorus than the maca, the key for growing
clave para favorecer el crecimiento y mantenimiento de los and maintaining bones and teeth. According to
huesos y dientes. Según la medicina moderna, contribuye con modern medicine, muña contributes to the function
el funcionamiento del sistema nervioso. Es considerada como of the nervous system and prevents osteoporosis.
un remedio natural o planta curativa, y uno de los productos Considered as a natural medicine or curative plant, it
andinos más utilizados al lado del mate de coca, la infusión de is one of the most used Andean products, besides the
maca y la uña de gato. mate de coca (coca tea) and the infusion of maca and
cat’s claw.
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Distribución geográfica
Geographical distribution
Cajamarca
Áncash Junín
Lima
Cusco
Huancavelica
Ayacucho Puno
Valor nutricional
Nutritional Value
Componentes / Components Por 100 g /
Per 100 g
/
Presentaciones
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Cápsulas Infusiones
Capsules Infusions
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Uña de gato
Cat’s Claw
Nombre científico Uncaria tomentosa.
Scientific
Conocida como el “milagro amazónico de la medicina herbal”, Known as the Amazon miracle of the herbal medicine,
la uña de gato es una planta trepadora de carácter medicinal, the cat’s claw is a medicinal climbing plant native
nativa de las selvas vírgenes peruanas. Se utiliza en América from the Peruvian virgin rainforest. Used in America
y Europa como parte del tratamiento complementario para and Europa as complementary treatment for diseases
enfermedades como el cáncer o el VIH, así como en otros males like cancer or HIV, as well as other diseases that affect
que atacan el sistema inmunológico. Esta planta forma parte the immune system, in its natural shape, extract or
pills, this plant is part of the natural pharmacology,
de nuestra farmacéutica natural y las tribus de la Amazonía
where the Amazon tribes worship it as a doctor without
la veneran como si se tratara de un médico sin uniforme. Debe uniform. Its production and commercialization offer
resaltarse que su producción y su comercialización ofrecen a the indigenous communities a stop of this medical
las comunidades indígenas un freno a la deforestación de los species deforestation, economic benefits.
bosques, así como beneficios económicos.
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Distribución geográfica
Geographical distribution
San Martín
Junín Madre
de Dios
Valor nutricional
Nutritional Value
Planta / Plant
Mitrafilina, uncarina F, iso-mitrafilina, ácido ursólico y ácido
oleanólico. / Mytraphylline, F uncarine, iso-mitraphylline,
ursolic acid and oleanolic acid.
Hojas / Leaves
Alcaloides. / alkaloids
Corteza / Bark
Alcaloides, compuestos de isopentano, glicósidos, esteroides,
3 a-dihidrocadambine. / Alkaloids, isopentane compounds,
glycosides, steroids, 3a-dihydrocadambine.
Tallo / Stem
Alcaloides, compuestos de isopentano, glicósidos. /
Alkaloids, isopentane compounds, glycosides.
Raíz / Root
Uncarina F, especiofilina, isopteropodina, pteroropodina,
isomitrafilina, rincofilina, isorincofilina, mitrafilina,
epicatequina y procianidina. / F uncarine, especiophyline,
isopteropodine, pteroropodine, isomitraphylline,
rincophylline, isorincophylline, mitraphylline, picatechin
and procianidine.
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