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Ecommodities is one of the pionners and leaders in the exportation and innovation of Peruvian Superfoods such as cacao,

sacha inchi, maca, Brazil nuts, lucuma, camu camu, golden berries, among others.

We have the commitment to provide top quality products and to give a personalized customer service to our clients in more than

15 countries. We focus our services according the necessities of each customer: bulk presentation, tailor made product, private

label, and Vitalinti (Retail brand).

about

our team

"Our team is as diversified as our geography. Communicators, business administrators and economists, work together to provide

our clients with the best products. We oversee from their production until they reach international markets."

"We realize the importance of fulfilling our client’s orders and standing by our contracts. To accomplish this we provide the

necessary support starting at the farmland and supervising all orders until they are shipped. Our goal is also to help improve our

ecology and provide the best natural products from the Andes and the Amazon rainforests."

Cacao

Health Benefits

Anti-oxidants helps protects skin against cell damage

Helps to support healthy nails, skin, and hair

May help athletes to recover from oxidative stress and relieve stress.

Can help reduce bad cholesterol and raise good cholesterol, by using free radicals

Helps with digestion

Essential for heart health, strong bones, and healthy blood pressure levels

Stimulates the immune system

It improves the health of the liver and prevents certain types of cancer

Nutritional Benefits

- Contains these Minerals: Calcium, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, and zinc.

- Contains these Vitamins: Vitamins A, C, E, K, B6, thiamin, riboflavin, and niacin.

Much of what we know about cacao in Mesoamerica, in pre-Hispanic times, is due to the Mayan

culture, especially during the Classic period (250 – 909 A.D.). During the Classic Period, the

Maya built their temples and imposing cities, and developed a complex social system where art

and science flourished. Cacao was so important to the Mayan culture that it was also used as a

currency. Furthermore, cacao tops the list of foods with the highest antioxidant content,

exceeding that of a green tea, red wine and many fruits.

Cacao is a great source of magnesium, which is essential for heart health, strong bones and

healthy blood pressure levels. Also, cacao has powerful antioxidants.

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NIBS

They can be considered as a healthy form of chocolate chips, which are sliced from the cacao beans to acquire the digestible/tasty form. Furthermore, they can be used as a tasty snack, added to cookies, trail mix, smoothies and ice cream.

SWEETENED NIBS

The sweetened cacao nibs are ideal to mixed with cereal, smoothies, and fruit salad. It can be used as a topping for ice cream and yogurt or as snack ready to eat.

POWDER

BUTTER

PASTE

Cacao Paste is prepared by grinding cacao nibs at temperatures below 118°F to yield a rich paste that is then cooled and dried, forming chocolaty chunks. Moreover, it can be used to make your own chocolate creations, as well as, baked goods.

This is a great source for making cacao brownies, hot chocolate, mousses, cakes or just mixing with milk. This is great source for making a healthy dessert, which many times is used to alleviate stress.

This is fantastic for baking pastries such as: cookies, cakes, donuts, chocolate bread, chocolate pudding etc. The key word in this would be pastries and desserts.

Maca

Health Benefits

The unique alkaloids found in maca, called Macainas, have been shown to nourish and support

the endocrine system.

Helps to have a healthy physical stamina, energy and strength levels

May help with having healthy blood sugar levels

Helps to the regeneration of cartilage and bones

It contains aphrodisiac properties and stimulates fertility. Dietary supplement for women, men

and elite athletes

Stimulates the immune system

It improves memory and cognitive capabilities

Nutritional Benefits

- Contains these Minerals: Calcium, potassium, iron, sodium, copper, and manganese.

- Contains these Vitamins: Vitamin C, B6, and niacin.

Maca roots come in a variety of colors but the most prominent varieties are yellow, red, and

black. Maca is grown at elevations of 3,800 to 4,800 meters above sea level in theAndes

Mountains, of Peru. Each one has its own unique health properties. Maca is considered a

“Superfood” because of all its health oriented properties.

During the growing process the Maca plant uniquely absorbs the rich nutrients in the soil to

provide a “Superfood” that gives great balance to the body. For this reason the fields where

Maca is grown for two years must also lay for four years to replenish the nutrient content of the

soil.

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POWDER

This is a great source of nutrients/vitamins, which can be used to make cupcakes, pancakes, and many other pastries. It can also be used to make milk shakes or even mix with water.

CHIPS

These chips are mainly used to mix with infusions, such as tea or chamomile.

Acai

Health Benefits

Has powerful anti-aging food because of its high content of Antioxidants

One of the highest ORAC ratings (The Antioxidant levels in food)

May improve energy levels

Can help reduce bad cholesterol and raise good cholesterol, by using free radicals

May support healthy body weight

Helps to support healthy hair, skin and nails.

It improves the health of the liver and prevents certain types of cancer

Nutritional Benefits

- Contains these Minerals: Iron, magnesium, potassium, calcium, and others in less quantity.

- Contains these Vitamins: Vitamin B1, B2, B3, C, and E

The acai berry fruit is one of the most nutrient dense “superfoods” in the world. Acai grows in

the Amazon rainforest and it is abundant in antioxidants, Omega 6, Omega 9 fatty acids which

are rarely found in fruits. The berries also contain combinations of essential amino acids,

polyphenols and flavonoids. Furthermore, it contains minerals such as iron, magnesium,

potassium, calcium and vitamins B1, B2, B3, C and E.

Acai is the food that contains the highest anthocyanin content in mg per 100g. Anthocyanin is

an antioxidant very rich in nutritional properties.

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AIR DRIED POWDER

Acai powder is used as ingredient to prepare bakery products such as bread.

Lucuma

Health Benefits

It has a super low Glycemic index meaning it’s a great (and oh-so-healthy) sweetener.

It can help stabilize blood sugar, while also curbing cravings and appetite - making it great for

sprinkling on your porridge in the morning.

This super fruit is full of fiber, which can help the digestive system work properly, reducing

constipation and bloating.

A study by Rutgers University also found that Lucuma extract had an anti-inflammatory effect

on wound healing and skin ageing.

Other wondrous health benefits of the fruit include its immune-boosting properties, as well as

its natural antibiotic and antimicrobial properties.

Nutritional Benefits

- Contains these Minerals: Sodium, iron, potassium, zinc, magnesium, and calcium.

- Contains these Vitamins: Vitamin B, beta-carotene, and niacin.

It is a native fruit of the Peruvian Andean region. It grows at temperate elevations between

2,700 meters to 3,000 meters. According to historians, the use of Lucuma pre – dates the Inca

Empire.

This delicious fruit / powder is rich in niacin (Vitamin B3), which helps to stimulates the

functioning of the nervous system, it is also rich in fiber, iron, zinc, calcium and beta carotene,

and an excellent source of carbohydrates, making it a high energy food.

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POWDER

This is great to prepare lucuma milkshakes, smoothies, ice cream, and for desserts.

Quinoa

Health Benefits

Aids in weight loss and managing diabetes

Protects against chronic diseases and cancer

Boosts immune system and helps to detoxify body

Helps to maintain optimal liver, Kidney and heart health

Beneficial in maintaining lower levels of bad cholesterol

Reduces risk of atherosclerosis and corona heart diseases

Prevents development of cataract and delays the onset of macular degeneration

Nutritional Benefits

- Contains these Minerals: Potassium, magnesium, phosphorous, manganese, iron, zinc,

calcium, and sodium.

- Contains these Vitamins: Vitamin A, E, B6, thiamin, niacin, and folate.

Quinoa originated about 5,000 years ago in the Andean region of Peru and Bolivia. Quinoa

grows at the altitude between 8,000 ft. and 13,000 ft. which is generally inhospitable to other

grains. The Incas referred to Quinoa as “The Mother of all Grains”. Quinoa is gluten free, high

in protein, fiber, folate, iron, zinc, magnesium, phosphorus and manganese.

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GRAIN

This is a great source of protein which can be used for making quinoa salads, quinoa pudding, quinoa risotto, quinoa burgers, quinoa porridge and many other recipes.

PRECOOKED

This is great for making any recipe mentioned previously in the quinoa grain section. Furthermore, it is fairly quick to have this grain ready since it is already cooked and only needs to be cooked in hot water for 3 minutes.

PUFF/POP

Quinoa puffs are great for adding to breakfast cereals, oatmeal, yogurt, making energy bars, and many more breakfast/desserts in a healthy and tasty way.

POWDER

Powder can be used to bake quinoa pancakes, quinoa cupcakes, quinoa bread, quinoa cookies, quinoa milkshakes, etc.

FLAKES

Quinoa flakes are great for mixing and baking with oatmeal. This can be great to make oatmeal-quinoa flake cookies, as well.

Sacha InchI

Health Benefits

It may help to strengthen the heart and maintain a stable blood pressure.

Promotes the reduction of the level of bad cholesterol in the blood.

It’s a functional food ideal for pregnant women because it favors the proper brain development

of the fetus.

It favors the increase of the speeding of the different brain functions that are linked to memory,

intelligence and reasoning.

Helps transport nutrients through the bloodstream and helps maintain metabolic balance.

It is a natural antioxidant

Nutritional Benefits

- Contains Omega 3, 6 and 9. Fibers and high amounts of proteins.

- Contains these Vitamins: Vitamins A, and E

With more than 3000 years of antiquity sacha inchi, also known as the ¨Nut of the Incas¨,

originates from the Peruvian Amazons. This nut was used by Amazon Natives as a natural

anti-oxidant, a way to reduce cholesterol, as well as a way to reinforce the immune system.

It contains a high quantity of fatty oils (54%), proteins (33%) and it is also one of the seeds with

the highest amount of Omega 3 (49%). Sacha Inchi contains higher count in unsaturated fatty

acids and lower in saturated fat compared to all seeds used in the production of vegetable oils:

such as olive, soy or sunflower.

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SNACKS

These are the roasted form of the seeds and can come in 2 forms: salted and unsalted. Furthermore, it can be used as a tasty snack, used in form of trail mix, protein bars, etc.

POWDER

It is considered a complete protein source because it contains all nine essential amino acids which may facilitate cell growth to maintain normal muscle support. It is great for protein shakes and for baking.

OIL

It is great for daily intake of nutrients, salad dressings or even food toppings.

GoldenBerry

Health Benefits

Aids in weight loss and managing diabetes

Protects against chronic diseases.

Boosts immune system and helps to detoxify body

Helps to maintain optimal liver, kidney, and heart health

Beneficial in maintaining lower levels of bad cholesterol

Reduces risk of atherosclerosis and coronary heart diseases

Prevents development of cataract and delays the onset of macular degeneration

Nutritional Benefits

- Contains these Minerals: Phosphorus, calcium, potassium, iron, and magnesium.

- Contains these Vitamins: Vitamin C, B, riboflavin thiamin, niacin, and beta-carotene.

Golden Berry or Incas Berry, has been known as a native Peruvian fruit since the time of the

Incas. It was one of the preferred plants in the “Gardens of the nobles” and was particularly

cultivated in the “Sacred Valley” of the Incas near the Inca capital of Cusco.

By drying the fruit, the water activity index – which refers to the amount of water in a food – is

significantly lowered. As water is needed to provide the environment for molds and other

bacteria to grow. Foods with a low water activity have a much longer shelf life and are far less

likely to spoil.

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DRIED FRUIT

Golden Berries can be used for various methods, such as: salad toppings (like raisins), juices, yogurts, etc. Golden berries can be used as a cocktail mix.

Chia

Health Benefits

Blood sugar regulator

Can lower triglycerides and cholesterol levels while increasing HDL or "good" cholesterol.

Help with satiety, which is the feeling of being full and satisfied, which helps lower food cravings between

meals.

Used often as an energetic, especially in sports

Helps to prevent hypertension.

Helps to maintain a healthy weight, and are important for energy metabolism and a part of DNA synthesis.

Gives Relief from Arthritis, Gout & Other Inflammation Related Issues

Helps in strengthening follicles, and preventing male pattern baldness.

Nutritional Benefits

- Contains these Minerals: Calcium, potassium, phosphorus, sodium, zinc, and manganese.

- Contains these Vitamins: Vitamin A, B1, B2, B3, B6, B8, and E.

Chia Seeds are one of the world’s oldest sources of nutrition, which are documented to have

been eaten by the ancient Aztecs and Mayans as early as 3,500 B.C. Derived from the desert

plant Salvia Hispanica, Chia seeds offer the highest combined plant source of Omega 3’s, fiber

and protein, as well as, a large range of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Chia Seeds contain

all nine essential amino acids and is a complete protein source.

Ways we provide it

SEEDS

This is great for making chia salads, mixing with pudding, mixing with water, mixing with juices, making protein bars or even making chia with oatmeal.

POWDER

This is perfect for baking bread, pancakes, cupcakes, chia-cacao brownies, cookies, milk shakes, smoothies, etc.

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Camu CamU

Health Benefits

Is highly effective in strengthening the immune system

Is great for the gums, eyes, and skin

May improve energy levels

Reduces risk of infertility in men

Helps to facilitate growth and protection of muscles

Helps balance mood swings and mental anxiety

Reduces risk of cancer and diabetes

Protects against viral and bacterial infections

May help to prevent cognitive disorders (Alzheimer’s disease and Dementia)

Nutritional Benefits

- Contains these Minerals: Calcium, phosphorus, iron, and other minerals in less quantity

- Contains these Vitamins: Vitamin C, A, niacin, thiamine, and carotene.

Camu Camu is a fruit that grows in the floodplain of the Amazon rainforest of Peru. This fruit

contains phytochemicals which are non – nutritive plant chemicals that have protective

properties. In other words, Camu Camu contains nutritional properties which can protect the

human body from diseases.

It contains 40% more vitamin C than an Orange.

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Ways we provide it

POWDER

Camu Camu Powder can be incorporated into various recipes. For instance, camu camu cider, camu camu frozen yogurt, coconut quinoa porridge with camu camu ompote, camu camu honey, juices, smoothies, etc.

Brazil NuT

Health Benefits

It may help to lower high cholesterol or lower Triglycerides in the blood, thanks to

its high amounts of Omega 6.

The presence of selenium is a key mineral in caring for and protecting the heart.

Its high amounts of protein allows the human body to have more energy.

Its natural antioxidants helps reduce the negative effects of free radicals.

Nutritional Benefits

- Contains these Minerals: Magnesium, potassium, selenium, zinc, and calcium.

- Contains these Vitamins: Vitamin A, E, B1, and B2.

The Brazil Nut is rich in protein and essential amino acids. Needless to mention, it is ideal for

people with nutritional problems and is often used as an energy supplement in the diets of

sportsmen or those who exercise.

Furthermore, it provides vitamins, such as Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Vitamin B1 and B2. It also

contains minerals such as: Calcium, Phosphorus and Iron.

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NUT

They are usually consumed raw or toasted because of their excellent and wonderful flavor, hence they are used in the manufacture of sweets, cakes and cookies, or simply are single meals accompanied by other drinks and food.

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Yacon

Health Benefits

It improves the health of the liver and prevents certain types of diseases

Can provide an addition to a healthy balanced meal

Can be helpful in digestion and nutrient absorption.

It regulates blood sugar levels and lowers “bad” cholesterol

Stimulates the immune system

Nutritional Benefits

- Contains these Minerals: Calcium, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, and iron.

- Contains these Vitamins: Vitamin A, B1, C, carotene, riboflavin, and niacin.

Yacon root powder provides an amazingly sweet and delicious snack. Our Yacon powders are

made from heirloom varieties grown in Peru and are dried using a proprietary low-temperature

process to provide the highest nutritional and enzymatic quality.

A relative of the sunflower, Yacon root stands alone in its health properties. While most edible

root plants store carbohydrates as starch, Yacon stores carbohydrates as fructooligosacaride

(FOS). Yacon pieces contain 30-70% FOS, which has been shown to be helpful in digestion and

nutrient absorption. This versatile “superfood” simply can’t be beat when you’re looking for a

healthy sweet treat. Because the Yacon’s sweetness comes chiefly from fructo-olifosaccharides,

compounds which the human body doesn’t absorb, it is a low-calorie and low-glycemic food.

Yacon also contains important quantities of potassium and antioxidants while maintaining a

high mineral content and low sugar content.

Ways we provide it

POWDER

This is great for baking pastries such as: pancakes, cupcakes, yacon smoothies, cookies, etc.

SYRUP

This can be used as a creative salad dressing, used as a sugar supplement, can be used for pancakes (instead of maple syrup), chicken glaze topping, etc.

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Panela

Health Benefits

It gives us energy, necessary for the development of metabolic processes.

It is a type of sugar free of substances that can damage health.

It contains different minerals like Copper, zinc, magnesium, iron and calcium.

It is healthier that refine sugar and suggest immunological benefits, as well as more

micronutrients and lower glycemic index.

It provides essential nutrients for the body.

Nutritional Benefits

- Vitamins: The panela is very rich in vitamins of group B, A, C, D and E.

- Minerals: Provides good amounts of phosphorus, calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese,

zinc and copper.

Panela (Saccharum officinarum) is typical from Latin and Central America. It is a traditional

food consume in tropical and sub-tropical regions.

Traditionally panela is produce by small farmers that process their own sugar cane with

traditional technology. Nowadays they are starting to use better technology, since demand has

increased. It is produced with sugar-cane organically cultivated and processed with natural

inputs, without chemical preservatives. It is characterized by being a food whose only

ingredient is Sugar cane juice, Which is dried before going through the purification process.

That same process that turns the juice into brown sugar.

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POWDER

It can be used to make soft drinks as well as in baked food. It also can be drink with coffee or with lime added to it in hot or cools drinks.

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Vitalinti is born in the heart of Peru and brings to the world a great variety of the best Peruvian Superfoods coming from the Andes and Amazon rainforest which have an excellent health benefits and a long nutritional history. Here in Vitalinti, we work hand by hand with local farmers doing a fair job to cultivate our superfoods in the different regions of Peru in some of the most remote places of the country, taking care of the vital natural sources that are extremely important for the future generations.Living is beautiful and exiting, therefore improving your life with our products makes everything easier for your body and the world around you.Start living with Vitalinti !!!!

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