- Health Benefits
- Nutritional information
- Where to find
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Tucumã is a fruit from the Amazon that has been used to help prevent and treat diabetes, as it is rich in omega-3, fat that reduces inflammation and high cholesterol, also helping to control blood sugar levels.
In addition to omega-3, tucumã is also rich in vitamins A, B1 and C, having a high antioxidant power that is responsible for preventing premature aging and strengthening the immune system. This fruit can be consumed fresh or in the form of pulp or juice, and is widely used in northern Brazil.
Health Benefits
The main health benefits of tucumã are:
- Strengthen the immune system. See other ways to strengthen the immune system; Combat acne; Improve blood circulation; Prevent erectile dysfunction; Combat infections by bacteria and fungi; Prevent cancer and cardiovascular diseases; Decrease bad cholesterol; Combat premature aging.
In addition to these benefits, tucumã is also used as an ingredient in beauty products such as moisturizing creams, body lotions and masks to moisturize the hair.
Nutritional information
The table below shows the nutritional information for 100 g of tucumã.
| Nutrient | Amount |
| Energy | 262 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 26.5 g |
| Proteins | 2.1 g |
| Saturated fat | 4.7 g |
| Monounsaturated fats | 9.7 g |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 0.9 g |
| Fibers | 12.7 g |
| Calcium | 46.3 mg |
| Vitamin C | 18 mg |
| Potassium | 401.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 121 mg |
The tucumã can be found in natura, as frozen pulp or in the form of a juice called tucumã wine, besides it can also be used in recipes like cakes and risottos.
Where to find
The main place of sale for tucumã is in open markets in the north of the country, especially in the Amazon region. In the rest of Brazil, this fruit can be purchased in some supermarkets or through internet sales sites, being possible to find mainly the pulp of the fruit, the oil and the tucumã wine.
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