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Sunday, May 25, 2008

Yacon Root Now Bottled as Health Drink

Known for its worldwide ethnomedical uses to treat diabetes, kidney and bladder infections, and also lower cholesterol, Yacon (Smallanthus sonchifolius) is indeed a wonder plant.

Native to the mountainous regions of South America, Yacon found its way into the Philippines. Engr. Greg Sanchez, having experienced first-hand its health benefits, embarked on mission to share this wonder to more Filipinos. With years of manufacturing experience and health products research, Yacon is now being bottled as a refreshing health drink.

Yacon tubers are crisp and juicy with a delicate flavor similar to apple or melon and a sweetness that increases with time. Yacon’s natural sweetness is from its fructooligosaccharides (FOS) content. This sugar is safe for diabetics and dieters. Yacon is also a prebiotic to help beneficial bacteria in the gut. It also increases the natural production of beta-glucans to strengthen the immune system.

Yacon Health Drink will soon be available in three refreshing fruit flavors: Yacon-Pineapple, Yacon-Apple, and Yacon-Lemon.

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