Detailed Product Description

A Peruvian annual plant. This fruit/cucumber is long, curved and soft with a pointed tip, 10 -20cm long.

Health benefits:

Reduction of high cholesterol. Clinical studies have demonstrated regular consumption of Caigua regulates the metabolism of lipids and sugar in the blood stream since it reduces LDL cholesterol (known as the bad type) and increases the HDL cholesterol (known as the good cholesterol). It also has anti-inflammatory effect.

This Peruvian cucumber has long been utilized for weight loss and problems associated with arteriosclerosis. It is thought to be one of the most potent natural fat absorbers.

The ripe fruit is commonly eaten as a vegetable in stews, or stuffed. The seeds help to reduce high blood pressure.

Available in these forms:

1. Organic certified powder from organic certified dried caigua fruits at < 40°C

2.  300mg vegetarian capsules in plastic bottles or in bulk

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