What is Sacha Inchi?
What is Sacha Inchi?Sacha Inchi is a plant that lives for multiple seasons and can be found naturally in the Caribbean and South America. The fruit it bears is grown specifically for its substantial, edible seeds.
Historically, it was a staple food for indigenous peoples of Peru, hence its alternative names of mountain peanut and Inca nut.
The fruit itself is rarely eaten, but the roasted seeds can be. They can be reduced to a powder and used in the manufacturing of foods. Furthermore, the seeds can be used to produce an oil that can be applied topically or used in the kitchen.
Herbal tea can also be made from the dried leaves of the plant.
Keto Status?
Acceptable
Why?
Sacha Inchi is very low in carbohydrates, coming in at 0 net carbs. It also has 3 grams of protein and 5 grams of fat per 10 gram serving. Sacha Inchi is also linked to many possible health benefits including:
- May improve cholesterol levels
- Supports gut health
- Could promote weight loss
Possible Side Effects From Ingesting Sacha Inchi?
May cause nausea in some. Side Effects are rare if no allergy is present.
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