Do you know all the awesome health benefits you can gain from OTI baobab powder?
If you don't, you'd want to adjust your reading glasses because this article contains information that will make you want to stock up on baobab powder.
This powder is sourced from the fruits of the Baobab tree (Adansonia), a plant native to certain regions of Africa, Arabia, Australia and Madagascar.
Baobab trees can grow up to 98 feet (30 meters) tall.
Their large fruits are consumed for their citrus-like flavour and very delicious taste.
Over the centuries, the pulp, leaves and seeds of the baobab fruit have been known to have positive effects on the health and cuisines of users.
Organic Trade and Investments sources its baobab powder from the seeds of the Adansonia tree (aka “upside-down tree”) from Ghana.
Following are some five benefits of baobab powder.
Rich source of vitamin C
Researchers have found that the nutritional content of baobab can vary depending on the geographical location.
However, baobab is rich in very important vitamin C. This aids in collagen production and helps to maintain healthy skin, blood vessels, bones and keeps other parts of the body functioning correctly.
Baobab powder is said to have 6 times the vitamin C found in orange by weight. It also provides 24% of the recommended daily amount in just one tablespoon.
High prebiotic fibre content
This component of organic baobab powder helps to balance your microbiome and keep your gut healthy. Prebiotic fibre feeds the probiotics (good bacteria) in your gut to defend your system.
Eating enough prebiotic fibre will promote the glow of your skin and boosts your immune system.
The components of baobab powder is nearly 50% fibre, 75% of which is prebiotic – making it a good source of prebiotics in your diet.
Helps balance sugar levels
To regulate your blood sugar, you definitely need to start including baobab powder in your diet.
In fact, according to healthline.com, a study found that white bread that is baked with baobab has a reduced quantity of rapidly-digested starch and slowed down the increase of blood sugar levels in the body.
Similarly, baobab has been identified to slow down the rate at which sugar is absorbed into the bloodstream.
So, if you want to reduce your susceptibility to being diabetic, you need to stock up on and start consuming organic baobab powder from OTI.
Combining this with good lifestyle habits will help you achieve your optimum health goals.
Aids weight loss
Due to its high fibre content, when consumed, baobab powder leaves you feeling very full.
Research has shown that your diet may help you lose a few pounds as it can help reduce cravings thus, feelings of fullness, helping you eat less and lose weight.
You can add baobab powder to your smoothies or simply plain water as a refreshment.
Serves as a potent antioxidant
Like a lot of organic plants, baobab powder which is sourced from the seeds of a highly nutritious fruit, has a high antioxidant content.
For your information, these compounds are great for your health because they protect your body cells from oxidative damage caused by free radicals.
Consuming some baobab powder daily is a good idea if you want to keep yourself free from oxidative stress. How?
You can scoop a tablespoon or two into your smoothie or make some baobab powder tea to keep radicals at bay!
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