YACON (Smallanthus sonchifolius), plant cultivated by Peruvian ancient cultures
Yacon leaf dry atomized extract
Our process guarantees a high quality product, obtained by using selected raw material (Yacon dried leaves).
SPECIFICATIONS
Product | Yacon leaves atomized dry extract. | |
Presentation | 5 kg. Polyethylene bags in 20 kg. carton boxes. | |
Genus | Smallanthus sonchifolius. | |
Part used | Leaf. | |
Origin | Bagua, PERU. | |
Process | Aqueous extraction. | |
Characteristics | Appeareance | Fine powder |
Color | Greenish | |
Mesh | 200 | |
Ratio | 12:1 | |
Chemical Analysis (g/100g) - Proximal | pH | 4.5 - 6.0 |
Density | 0.30 - 0.40 | |
Protein | 13.9 | |
Ash | 30.0 | |
Raw fiber | 0.2 | |
Raw fat | 0.8 | |
Moisture | < 6 % | |
Carbohydrates | 50.2 | |
Total Energy (Kcal/100g) | 263.6 | |
Microbial limit test (proximal) | Aerobial total count | < 3000 cfu/g |
Molds and yeasts | < 300 cfu/g | |
E. Coli | Absent | |
Salmonella | Absent | |
Properties | Hypoglicemic and antioxidant activities. | |
Recommended consumption | Take one capsule of 350 mg. daily, as a preventive. | |
Storage | Keep sealed bags or packages in a fresh and dry place. Avoid direct sunlight or heat sources. | |
Shelf life | 24 months under appropriate storage conditions. |