Where to buy BAOBAB and everything you need to know about this African tree

And if you want to know everything about Baobab, its benefits and properties and how to buy the highest quality, we will tell you everything in this post!

WHAT IS THE BAOBAB

The Baobab is a fruit that comes from a robust African tree of the same name. It has an extremely long life span of thousands of years.

Its name comes from Arabic (buhibab , meaning tree with many seeds). There are eight species belonging to the Bambocaceae family and the Adansonia genus. The one that is abundant in Africa and the most appreciated for its fruit is Adansonia digitata .

Its height can range between 5 and 30 m, the trunk diameter can exceed 11 m.

The fruit is oval in shape and can measure from 10 to 45 cm. Inside is the pulp, whitish in colour, with a powdery appearance, dehydrated and with a slightly acidic taste.

It has always been used in Africa to prepare a drink known as bouy or gouy juice, rich in vitamins, fibre, amino acids and mineral salts.

1 Baobab tree

The Baobab has been considered a sacred tree by all the cultures that have come into contact with it. Proof of this is that only “the wise” can climb the tree to collect its fruits and leaves.

Although you may not believe it, it is a symbol of resistance, tolerance, community life and longevity, appearing on the coat of arms of Senegal. In South Africa, the Order of the Baobab was even established to reward its exceptional citizens.

PROPERTIES AND BENEFITS OF BAOBAB

The Baobab has many properties, some of which are very interesting. We will tell you the main ones and the scientific studies where you can check them:

LARGE AMOUNT OF VITAMIN C AND ANTIOXIDANT POWER

It is very rich in Vitamin C, reaching 300 mg per 100 g, six times more than an orange. This is perhaps why it has been shown to have great antioxidant power ( study ) and to help with the absorption of iron.

IT IS VERY RICH FROM A NUTRITIONAL POINT OF VIEW

In addition to containing a large amount of Vitamin C, it is very rich in fiber (soluble and insoluble), has large amounts of vitamin B1 and B6 and is abundant in minerals such as calcium, iron and potassium, the latter being especially prominent.

Here you can see a review of its nutritional value.

HELPS DIGESTS STARCH AND REDUCES GLYCEMIC RESPONSE

In this 2013 study , Baobab was found to aid in starch digestion and reduce glycemic response in humans.

It might be a good idea to sprinkle baobab on your carbohydrate-rich dishes.

IT IS ANTI-INFLAMMATORY, ANALGESIC AND HELPS REDUCE FEVER

Baobab has properties similar to aspirin ( study ). When given to someone who has a fever, Baobab can help reduce or eliminate it. It can chemically block the body's pain signals to reduce the inflammation you experience. It also works to block certain enzymes in the body that cause fever to rise.

Finally, it has been shown to be effective in combating diarrhea .

IMPROVES CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH

Its effects on cardiovascular health are being studied. In this study, a significant improvement was observed in animals, probably due to its antioxidant power.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION OF BAOBAB

Baobab has a high content of Vitamin C and polyphenols, with great antioxidant power.

It stands out for its high fiber content, since 100 g contains 50 g of fiber. The daily recommendation is 20 g of fiber per day, adding a 15 g tablespoon will provide 8.5 g of fiber to your diet, helping you reach the recommended levels.

The sugar it contains is present in the food itself, don't worry about it...

As for storage, simply close the package tightly. Store it in a cool, ventilated place, protected from sunlight.

CONTRAINDICATIONS OF BAOBAB

There are no contraindications for the use of baobab, but if we consume too much of it, as it contains a lot of fibre, it can be counterproductive in certain digestive pathologies, since an excess can lead to a lot of gas and abdominal bloating.

WHERE TO BUY ORGANIC BAOBAB

At Baïa Food we used to sell top quality baobab , with an organic seal, originating in tropical Africa and cultivated under fair trade conditions. For a few months now, we no longer sell organic Baobab.

If you live in Spain and are looking for where to buy quality organic Baobab, we wouldn't know how to recommend you. But we can recommend our organic superfoods that we sell on our website and will arrive to your home in 24-48 hours. We have Organic Açai , Organic Matcha , Organic Maca and Organic Cacao .

Also, if what you are looking for is a food rich in fiber and with a high amount of Vitamin C, we have a product that meets these characteristics:

Beauty Creamer is an ideal supplement for those who want to improve their intestinal health and skin health.

A powder supplement to mix with your favorite drinks, with a high amount of fiber, collagen and natural vitamin C.

You can enjoy great recipes with our superfoods and beauty creamer and take advantage of all the benefits of these superfoods.

This was our baobab packaging.

HOW TO DISTINGUISH A QUALITY BAOBAB

To ensure all these benefits, make sure that the baobab fruit comes from Africa. The fibre content should be close to 50% and the colour of the pulp whitish.

Also try to make sure that the product has the organic seal, so as not to consume pesticides and guarantee the health of the ecosystem where this ancient tree grows.

RECIPES WITH ORGANIC BAOBAB

Here we show you some simple recipes so you can start enjoying baobab as soon as possible.

1. Healthy Orange Juice

Ingredients:

• 1 squeezed orange
• 1 sprig of ginger
• Carrot juice
• 1 Tablespoon of ORGANIC BAOBAB

Preparation : add everything to the blender until well mixed. Serve and drink immediately!

We love this solution at Baïa Food, and here is the direct link where we explain in detail why you should add a spoonful of ORGANIC BAOBAB to your orange juice.

2. Baobab Cherry Smoothie

Ingredients:

• Two cups of plums
• ½ cup watermelon
• 1 cup of coconut water or vegetable drink
• 1 Tablespoon of ORGANIC BAOBAB

Preparation: add all the ingredients to the blender until you get a smoothie.

THE BAOBAB IS WAITING FOR YOU

We have told you about this African fruit. If you have read the post, you are already an expert on this superfood!

Go ahead and introduce it into your daily life and share it with us! If you have any questions about the Baobab, leave us a comment!

----- EDIT 10 JUNE 2024 -----

At Baïa Food we have already discontinued Baobab. We have replaced "super foods" with functional foods, easy to incorporate into your routine, with clear benefits and proven effectiveness.

Our most popular product is the Microbiotic Creamer .

MICROBIOTIC CREAMER