Cupuaçu originates from a tree in the Amazon with the scientific name of Theobroma grandiflorum , which belongs to the cocoa family and, therefore, one of its main products is cupuaçu chocolate, also known as "cupulate".
Cupuaçu has a sour, but very mild flavor, and is also used to make juices, ice creams, jellies, wines and liquors. In addition, the pulp can also be used to make creams, puddings, pies, cakes and pizzas.
Cupuaçu benefits
The benefits of Cupuaçu are mainly to provide energy because it has theobromine, a substance similar to caffeine. Theobromine also gives cupuaçu other benefits such as:
- Stimulate the central nervous system, which makes the body more active and alert; Improve the functioning of the heart; Reduce cough, as it also stimulates the respiratory system; Help fight fluid retention because it is diuretic;
In addition to these benefits, cupuaçu also helps in the formation of blood cells because it is rich in iron.
Nutritional Information of Cupuaçu
| Components | Quantity in 100 g of Cupuaçu |
| Energy | 72 calories |
| Proteins | 1.7 g |
| Fats | 1.6 g |
| Carbohydrates | 14.7 g |
| Calcium | 23 mg |
| Phosphor | 26 mg |
| Iron | 2.6 mg |
Cupuaçu is a fruit that has some fat, so it should not be consumed in large quantities in weight loss diets.
