Tucum is an Amazonian fruit that has been used to help prevent and treat diabetes because it is rich in omega-3, a fat that reduces inflammation and high cholesterol, also helping to control blood sugar.
In addition to omega-3s, tucum 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 in natura or as pulp or juice, being widely used in the northern region of Brazil.
The main health benefits of tucum are
In addition to these benefits, tucum is also used as an ingredient in beauty products such as moisturizers, body lotions and moisturizing hair masks.
The following table shows nutritional information for 100 g of tucum.
Tucum can be found in natura, in the form of frozen pulp or in the form of juice called tucum wine, and can also be used in recipes such as cakes and risottos.
The main selling point of the tucum is in the open markets of the north of the country, especially in the Amazon region, in the rest of Brazil, this fruit can be purchased in some supermarkets or via online sales sites, being possible to find mainly fruit pulp, oil and tucum wine.