“SUPERFOODS FROM PERU”

SUPER FRUITS= LÚCUMA

 Where are lucumas from?

They are from the inter-Andean valleys of Peru.

 What colour are lucumas?

They are yellow

 What are its health benefits?

They are a good source of vitamins, minerals for the diet and provide
antioxidant properties

 When are lucumas in season?

they are in the mid-year season

SUPER GRAINS= KIWICHA  Where is kiwicha from?

It is on the coast, mountains and high jungle of Junín, Cajamarca,

Ayacucho, Ancash, Huancavelica and in part of Cusco.

 What color is the kiwicha?

It can be yellow, mustard or orange

 What are its health benefits?

It is rich in juices, so it contains calcium, phosphorus and iron.

 When is kiwicha in season?

It is in season from October to December

SUPER FISH=ANCHOVETA  Where is the anchovy from?

Is from the southeast part of the Pacific Ocean off the coast of
Peru

 What color is the anchovy?

It may be silver in color that lives about 3 years.

 What are its health benefits?

It is a good source of vitamins and minerals that prevent

anemia.

 When is the anchovy season?

It is in season between the months of March and April