Maqui (Aristotelia chilensis) is a deep purple berry native to southern Chile known for its excellent antioxidant properties and an ORAC level that beats most antioxidant-rich botanicals. Invading Europeans in colonial times, documented that…
Yacon (Smallanthus sonchifolius) is a nutritive plant native to the South American Andes which has captured the world's attention due to its many health-benefiting properties. Cultivated in the northern and central Andes for over a thousand years,…
Papaya (Carica papaya) was once called the "fruit of the angels" by Christopher Columbus1. Its beautiful orange color, pleasant taste and a bounty of health benefits have contributed to this fruit's popularity all over the…
Earth Day is a global event celebrated annually in April, with an estimated 1 billion people in 192 countries taking part in activities which are intended to increase awareness for our planet and our environment. Each year, through the joint collaboration of many passionate individuals…
Lucuma is a Peruvian fruit regarded as a symbol of fertility and creation by ancient civilizations of South America. Referred to as "Gold of the Incas" it was used quite extensively in the Incan Empire. In traditional South American medicine, Lucuma was recognized for…
