When we think of fruit, especially if we are in the United States, Australia or Europe, bananas are easily one of the top fruits that come to mind. But did you know that most of us consume probably only 1-2 different varieties of banana? The common...
The most basic question I get asked when I tell people I am a superfood hunter is, “What is a superfood?” First, all real, whole, organic traditional food is — to some degree — a superfood. No, I’m not undermining all my travels all around the...
When we think of health, we think green. When we think of nature, we think green. Green is a color associated with the good aspects of life, yet when it comes to dietary choices we generally have a certain reluctance towards this food group. I’ve even...
GOLDENBERRIES (Physalis peruviana) Goldenberries are native to Brazil, but they are also grown in high altitudes and warm climates such as Ecuador, Columbia, Peru, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, and Hawaii. It is easiest to find goldenberries that have been harvested and dried before being sold....
SACHA INCHI (Plukenetia Volubilis) [caption id="attachment_1600" align="alignleft" width="300"] Shelling sacha inchi seeds in Peru.[/caption] Sacha inchi is a climbing shrub plant that grows mostly in the Amazon region, especially in Peru (this remains the source with the highest quality) where it has been eaten by the indigenous...
YACON, Llacon (Smallanthus Sonchifolius) What is yacon? This sweet, root-like vegetable originates and predominates throughout the pre-Andes ranges from Ecuador to Chile to Argentina. It is also grown in New Zealand, Italy, Czech Republic, Philippines, and Vietnam as well. This plant's root is a crunchy vegetable that...