Where to buy Baobab and everything you should know about this African

And if you want to know everything about baobab, its benefits and properties, and how to buy the highest quality one, we'll 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 lifespan, lasting thousands of years.

Its name comes from the Arabic (buhibab, tree of many seeds). There are eight species belonging to the family Bambocaceaeand gender AdansoniaThe one that is abundant in Africa and the most appreciated for its fruit is Adansonia digitata.

Its height can range from 5 to 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 whitish, powdery, dehydrated pulp with a slightly acidic taste.

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

1 Baobab Tree

The baobab has been considered a sacred tree by all 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.

Believe it or not, it's a symbol of resilience, tolerance, community life, and longevity, appearing on Senegal's coat of arms. In South Africa, the Order of the Baobab was even established to honor its exceptional citizens.

PROPERTIES AND BENEFITS OF THE BAOBAB

The baobab has many properties, some of them very interesting. We'll tell you about the main ones and the scientific studies where you can verify them:

LARGE AMOUNT OF VITAMIN C AND ANTIOXIDANT POWER

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

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, with the latter being particularly notable.

Here you can see a review of its nutritional value.

Help TO DIGESTS STARCH AND REDUCES GLYCEMIC RESPONSE

In this study In 2013, it was observed that the Baobab Help in starch digestion and reducing the glycemic response in humans.

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

IT IS ANTI-INFLAMMATORY, ANALGESIC AND Help TO REDUCE FEVER

Baobab has properties similar to aspirin (study).When given to someone who has a fever, Baobab can Helpto 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 improving cardiovascular health are being studied. This study A significant improvement was observed in animals, probably due to its antioxidant power.

BAOBAB NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION

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

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

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

	PER 100 G	FOR 5 G
ENERGY	1164 KJ/ 280 KCAL	58.2 KJ/ 14 KCAL
FATS	1.6 G	0.08 G
Of which saturated	--	--
CARBOHYDRATES	89.5 G	4.47 G
Of which sugars	25 G	1.25 G
PROTEINS	9.3 G	0.5 G
FIBER	50 G	2.5 G

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

CONTRAINDICATIONS OF BAOBAB

There is no contraindication to the use of baobab, but if we consume it in excess as it contains a lot of fiber it can be counterproductive in certain digestive pathologies, since an excess It can lead to having a lot of gas and bloating abdominal.

WHERE TO BUY ORGANIC BAOBAB

In Baïa Food before We sold the best quality baobabs, with an organic seal, originating in tropical Africa and cultivated under fair trade conditions. We have been stopping selling organic baobab for a few months now.

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

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

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

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

You will be able to enjoy great recipes with our superfoods and the 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 the baobab fruit comes from Africa. The fiber content should be close to 50% and the flesh should be whitish in color.

They also try to ensure that the product contains the organic seal, to avoid using pesticides and guarantee the health of the ecosystem where this ancient tree grows.

RECIPES WITH ORGANIC BAOBAB

Here are some simple recipes to help you start enjoying baobab as soon as possible.

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 enjoy immediately!

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

Baobab Cherry Smoothie

Ingredients:

Two cups of prunes
½ cup of 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've told you about this African fruit. If you've read the post, you're already an expert on this superfood!

Feel free to introduce it into your daily routine and share it with us! If you have any questions about the baobab, leave us a comment!

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

In Baïa Food We've discontinued Baobab. We've replaced "superfoods" with functional foods that are easy to incorporate into your routine, with clear benefits and proven effectiveness.

Our best-known product is the Microbiotic Creamer.