Sacha Inchi Plukenetia Volubilis supplementation for targeted health support.
No. It provides ALA, which your body must convert to EPA/DHA at low efficiency (5-15%). For omega-3 benefits typically attributed to fish oil, you need direct EPA/DHA sources.
Highest plant omega-3 content (45-50% ALA), complete protein with all essential amino acids, and vitamin E. For a plant food, it's exceptional.
Your body converts ALA to EPA at ~5-10% efficiency, and EPA to DHA at even lower rates. The conversion varies by genetics, gender, and diet. Women convert slightly better than men.
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Low smoke point makes it best for cold applications (salads, smoothies, drizzling). Don't use for high-heat cooking. The seeds can be eaten roasted.
Yes. Contains all essential amino acids in good ratios. About 27% protein by weight. Digestibility is good. Reasonable plant protein source.
Native to Peru and less commercially developed than flax or chia. Growing in popularity as a 'superfood' but still relatively niche outside South America.
Most research uses 20.0g daily. Below 5.0g, you're probably wasting money. Above 40.0g, no extra benefit. The curve plateaus. Safe upper limit ~ 60.0g.
Sacha Inchi Plukenetia Volubilis has emerging evidence.
Plukenetia volubilis vine native to Peruvian Amazon. Also called 'Inca peanut' or 'Sacha peanut.' Has been cultivated for 3000+ years in South America.
Sacha Inchi Plukenetia Volubilis interacts with other supplements and meds. The analyzer flags interactions, dose mismatches, and timing collisions across your whole list.
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