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Maca - Ancient Superfood from the Andes The root vegetable has been a staple food of the indigenous peoples of the Andes for thousands of years and is an excellent source of energy and stamina.Its content of bioavailable protein is about 11% in the dried root.For legal reasons (Swiss Food Ordinance), as a food retailer we are not allowed to make any statements about possible effects. Do your own research on Maca on the Internet. Among others, we find the site of Dr. Schweikart very informative. The different varieties are also described there. Currently, our assortment includes, in addition to the yellow Maca described here, also the red and black Maca, of course also in organic and raw food quality. In addition, we carry Bio Maca Max, a more digestible variety, in which the starch contained in the Maca powder is converted by heating, so that it is easier to digest and absorb. Why we love Maca Maca increases our energy levels. Maca makes us feel full of energy, grounded and cheerful.Plus, Maca has a pleasant, malty flavor and can be used in many different ways. SamaraNatura Maca Powder yellow Our pure, yellow, Maca powder is made from 100% natural Maca roots from controlled organic cultivation, produced under strict production standards and quality controls. They all come from altitudes above 4000 meters above sea level in the Junín region of Peru.Our suppliers work together with small farmers. In doing so, they create jobs for the regional population and advise the small entrepreneurs by providing training and financial support. This is a means of raising the standard of living of small farmers while increasing their crop yields. How to use Maca Powder Maca has a unique flavor and can be added to many different dishes. Some people find the taste of maca powder somewhat reminiscent of caramel with an upbeat note. Maca powder can be stirred into rice, nut or hemp milk, for example, or simply mixed into muesli. Mix Maca powder with water, milk of your choice or add it to juice, smoothie, muesli or raw desserts. Maca is also a good binder for soups and therefore a delicious addition to them. We especially like maca with oatmeal and as an ingredient in our raw chocolate recipes.It is advisable to start with a small amount of ½ tsp per day and increase up to 1-2 tbsp per day. Unlike soy products, Mexican yam and flaxseed, maca does not contain hormones.Note: A common misconception about superfoods and herbs is that there is a standard usage amount. In general, the usual recommended daily intake for most superfoods, like maca, is between 1 tsp and 3 tbsp per day, divided into two or three doses. It is best to start with 1 tsp per day and adjust the amount to your personal needs. Nutritional values Maca powder yellow per 100g Energy value 1380kJ/327kcalFat 2gCarbohydrates 61g,of which sugar/dont sucres 32gDietary fiber 18gProtein 12g.All data are subject to the usual variations in natural products.

Cacao powder Criollo - Low in fat with 10-12% cocoa butter content Our raw cocoa powder originates from the precious cocoa sauce Criollo and has a delicious, full chocolate taste. It is made from unroasted cocoa beans and contains up to twice as much antioxidants as conventional cocoa powder. The gentle processing at low temperatures preserves vitamins, minerals, enzymes and antioxidants which can be absorbed so optimally by the body. Cocoa has all the benefits of chocolate, but without the undesirably high sugar content and the additives of commercial chocolate. Raw cocoa has an abundance of antioxidants and the combination of serotonin, dopamine, anandamide and phenetylamine (PEA) illuminates our mood and creates feelings of wellbeing and joy in us. Cocoa is also rich in magnesium. Our cocoa is grown by small farmers in the Amazon rainforest under semi-natural conditions. Why we love Cocoa powder The cocoa bean is an impressive food given to us by Mother Nature. It was regarded by the Aztecs as a gift of God and was used not only as a sacrifice, but also as a means of payment. It has been found that raw cocoa contains about 300 substances and is one of the foods with the highest content of antioxidants! Cocoa can therefore help to protect our cells from free radicals and highly reactive oxygen compounds. They are important to maintain and function the cell. Cocoa has the highest magnesium content of all foods. Magnesium is a component of bones and teeth, plays an important role in energy metabolism and is essential for a normal muscle function and for energy metabolism. Magnesium also plays a role in the skeletal structure and is important in the transmission of stimuli in the nervous system during muscle contraction. Cocoa beans contain a combination of substances that trigger feelings of wellbeing and joy in us. SamaraNatura organic Cocoa powder Criollo Our cocoa powder is made from the Peruvian precious cocoa variety Criollo, one of the world's rarest and best cocoa varieties, and comes from a cooperative in Peru, which dispenses with the use of pesticides and synthetic fertilizers and supplies the largest raw materials stores in the United States and Great Britain. To prepare the powder, the uncooked noble cocoa beans are first ground. The dark-brown viscous cocoa mass produced in this way is compressed by cold pressing to form a cake from which the liquid golden yellow cocoa butter slowly drains. The remaining "cocoa press cake" is subsequently finely ground and sieved through. This process does not require any chemicals, additives or extraction solvents and produces a fine, soft powder with a full, wonderful chocolate flavor. The quality of our organic, fair trade certified Criollo cocoa is of great purity and free from mycotoxins, mold and yeast, and prevents you from experiencing this nervous tension that is associated with the consumption of caffeine-containing foods and drinks. Use Mix cocoa powder to your muesli, smoothies, (hot) milk drinks, protein drinks and teas. As an ingredient for all delicious chocolate creations and desserts. Nutritional values per 100g Energy value 1542 kJ / 370 kcal,Fat 12.3g,of which saturated fatty acids 7.4g,Carbohydrates 22.6g ,of which sugar 0.7g,Dietary fiber 28.5g,Protein 27.9g,Salt 17mg. All information is subject to natural variations.

Coconut Flour – Gluten-Free and High in Fibre Coconut trees have been cultivated for at least 3000 years. The nutritious coconuts rich in good fat and high-quality protein made tropical islanders enjoy a good health over many generations, before they often changed their eating habits due to exterior influences. Coconut flour is made from fresh coconut meat, which has been de-oiled and dried and then ground into fine flour.With 40% dietary fibres coconut flour is one of the highest fibre foods. Fibres promote digestive and intestinal health, bind toxins, reduce blood lipids, regulate blood sugar levels and help to keep you slim. Unlike grains coconut flour is free of gluten and phytic acid and great to use in baking recipes, bread spreads, sauces, desserts and more.Since fibres absorb liquid, coconut flour is an excellent binding agent for soups and sauces and gives dishes a more smooth texture than is possible with normal flour.Coconut flour contributes to a balanced, high-grade protein supply as it contains about 20% protein with all eight essential amino acids.It is low in calories and perfect for a low-carb diet. Coconut flour contains approx. 11% coconut oil with its healthy medium-chain fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart health and weight control. Why we love Coconut Flour The coconut with its wonderful exotic flavour has become an integral part of our kitchen and many baked goods. The gluten-free flour is a great alternative for people with celiac disease or sensitive digestive system, who appreciate the importance of a light diet for gastrointestinal health. Coconut flour only has 25% of calories and fat left from the coconut and contains less digestible carbs than normal flours. Foods out of coconut flour are filling and ensure a longlasting satiety due to their high fibre content and rich amino acid supply. SamaraNatura Coconut Flour Our coconut flour from the Philippines is made from fresh coconut meat from organic coconuts that are locally processed within three days after harvest. After oil extraction, the de-oiled coconut meat is dried in raw food quality below 40 °C, and afterwards finely ground like ordinary flour. Our coconut flour is made from certified organic cultivation, contains no preservatives, no additives, is unsweetened and unbleached. Use In baking recipes you can replace up to 30% of standard flours (containing gluten) by coconut flour. Due to its high absorbency add more liquid to the recipe. Sugars can be reduced as coconut flour has a slightly sweet taste. To meet your fibre needs you can mix coconut flour into smoothies, shakes and juices and sprinkle it over cereals and fruit salads. It perfectly fits to the raw-food cuisine giving raw desserts and sauces a delicious flavour.Coconut flour even in small amounts is an excellent binding agent for sauces, soups and spreads creating a pleasant texture of these dishes.

Inca Berries – Sweet and sour Superfruits Inca berries (Physalis peruviana), also called Andean or Cape gooseberries, grow wild on the mineral-rich soils of the Peruvian Andes and have been enjoyed in South American cultures for thousands of years. An ancient food and one of the last cultivated products of the Incas, which has been rediscovered worldwide for several years. The delicious, sweet and sour berries grow in protective paper-like wrappers that look like small Chinese lanterns. Why we love Inca Berries Inca berries have an exquisite, exotic, sweet and sour taste that is second to none. A delicious snack. Connoisseurs like to enjoy them with chocolate products and wine. The Inca berry is also known as the "Goji berry of South America". The small, chewable kernels of the Andean berries have a slight laxative effect. SamaraNatura Organic Inca Berries SamaraNatura Inca berries are raw food quality and are grown without pesticides or agrochemicals. Our Inca berries are soft and relatively sweet, not as sour as you usually find them. Harvesting and drying these precious little berries is very time-consuming work, hence the relatively high price. In fact, it takes a person a full day to clean just 10 kg of fresh fruit. The berries are placed in sun dryers and removed again when they have reached the perfect level of moisture and are still a little soft. You need about 3 kg of fresh fruit for 500g of dried berries. Use Excellent as a snack on its own. Their exquisite, exotic taste goes perfectly with chocolate and wine. Inca berries enrich many desserts, smoothies, mueslis, baked goods, trail mix and jams. The unmistakable balance of sweet and sour taste also goes well with chia pudding and Lucuma. Nutritional values Inca berries (Physalis) per 100g Energy value 1276kJ / 304kcalFat 5.6gof which saturated fatty acids 0.5gCarbohydrates 49.0gof which sugar 34.4gProtein 6.6gSalt <0.1g

Organic cedar nuts from Siberia - a true treasure of nature Update: In order to promote sales of the current batch with best before date 31.08.2024, we are offering a 30% discount on all size versions (250g, 500g, 1kg). For centuries, the inhabitants of Siberia have valued the widespread cedar (Pinus sibirica), a stone pine, not only as a source of valuable wood, but also for the tasty and extremely nutritious seeds that are stuck in the cedar cones. Cedar nuts contain about 55% valuable unsaturated fatty acids, especially linoleic and alpha-linolenic acid as well as the rare pinoleic/pinolenic acid. They are rich in tocopherols (vitamin E) as antioxidants and high-quality proteins (approx. 17%). They also contain many minerals (especially magnesium, potassium, phosphorus), trace elements (copper, manganese, zinc), vitamins (K and B) and flavonoids. Cedar nuts taste similar to other pine nuts, but a little sweeter and stronger. Unlike almost all commercially available pine nuts, our raw cedar nuts are not heat treated. Why are cedar nuts so valuable The Siberian pine is a true treasure of Siberian nature, forming vast areas of pristine forests throughout northern Russia. The huge, magnificent trees (up to 40 m tall) grow slowly and the first seed cones do not appear until the trees are about 30 years old. They are among the longest-lived tree species there are, as they can live 300 to 800 years! The evergreen cedar is a storage place of cosmic light energy, in its millions of needles it catches the energy rays from the cosmic space during its long lifetime. Thousands of years ago, ancient peoples valued the properties of the cedar tree, which they called "the eternal". The twigs were used to prepare a vitamin drink, the resin to heal wounds and ulcers, and the seeds and their oil helped weather the long, harsh Siberian winters. Cedar nuts and their oil are also very good for skin care and regeneration. SamaraNatura Organic Cedar Nuts Almost all commercially available pine nuts are heat treated to make them last longer. Our cedar nuts, on the other hand, are completely untreated, which means that the wide range of nutrients is preserved. They come from the Lake Baikal region in Siberia and are harvested by hand. Use Cedar nuts taste delicious on their own as a snack or together with dried fruit and other nuts, with goji berries and cocoa nibs. They can be sprinkled over salads and other dishes, or made into mayonnaise, creams and milk. Cedar nuts add a certain elegance to your kitchen. We recommend keeping the cedar nuts in the fridge after opening, especially in summer. Nutritional values ​​of organic cedar nuts per 100g energy value 2927kJ/699kcal,fat 62g,of which saturated fatty acids 4g,monounsaturated fatty acids 15g,polyunsaturated fatty acids 41g,carbohydrates 8g,of which sugar 6gprotein 19g,salt <0.1g, Magnesium 270mg (72%*),Vitamin E 9mg (75%*),Vitamin B1 0.6mg (57%*).*the recommended daily dose.

Cedar Nuts – A Nature's Real Treasure For centuries native Siberians have always appreciated the Siberian cedar tree (pinus sibirica) as a source of valuable wood, natural remedies and tasty, nutritious kernels in the pine cones of the tree. Cedar nuts (also called Siberian pine nuts) contain about 55% valuable unsaturated fatty acids, especially linoleic and alpha-linolenic acid as well as the rare pinol-/pinolenic acid. They are rich in tocopherols (vitamin E) as powerful antioxidants and high-quality proteins (about 17%). Furthermore, cedar nuts contain many minerals (most notably magnesium, potassium, phosphorus), trace elements (copper, zinc, manganese), vitamins (K and B) and flavonoids. More than 200 years ago, the German natural scientist Peter Simon Pallas wrote about the healing effects of cedar nuts. They reduce fatigue, boost energy, rejuvenate the body and increase potency. Cedar nuts taste like pine nuts, but slightly sweeter. Our cedar nuts are not heat- treated in contrast to almost all other pine nuts available in shops. Why we love Cedar Nuts The Siberian cedar, is a real treasure of Siberian nature, forming vast areas of pristine forests throughout Northern Russia. These huge, magnificent trees typically reach 40 meters tall. The trees grow slowly and the first nut-bearing cones only appear once the trees are about 30 years old. Siberian pines are some of the longest-living trees ranging from 300 to 800 years old! Throughout its long life span, the evergreen cedar captures the rays of cosmic light energy and stores it in its millions of needles.  Already thousands of years ago Siberian people appreciated the properties of the cedar tree, which they called "the Eternal". They used the brushwood  to prepare a healthy drink, the resin for healing wounds and ulcers, and the cedar nut and its oil were taken to help cure many diseases and overvcome the long, severe winters of Siberia. Nowaday scientists in Russia and around the world have been exploring the properties of the cedar nuts and its oil. Research showed clear effects on gastritis, heartburn and dysplasia (cancer prestages) in stomach and esophagus, improved gall bladder function, cholesterol-lowering effects and positive impact on blood sugar levels. Siberian pine nuts and oil are also beneficial for the care and regeneration of the skin, the oil is used in skin diseases such as eczema. SamaraNatura Cedar Nuts Virtually all pine kernels sold in the shops are heat-treated to preserve them. Our cedar nuts from Mongolia are raw and a bit sweeter and lighter and fantastic just about any way you choose to use them. We recommend to  keep them refrigerated. Use Cedar nuts taste great as a snack by its own. You can add them to trail mixes with goji berries and cacao nibs or use them on your salads, in mayonnaises, creams and milks. They will add a little elegance and sophistication to your cuisine.