Bvic Tiger nuts seed are a considered a superfood as they provide a great number of nutrients such as calcium, magnesium, potassium, sodium, phosphorus and zinc and vitamins e, c and folic acid.” tiger nuts are also a source of vitamins e and c.m
organic tiger nut flour is made from ground organic tiger nuts until a fine flour is formed. tiger nuts are not actually a nut at all but are dried tubers from a plant found in spain and africa. they are high in fibre and perfect for a vegan, keto or paleo diet.
tiger nuts are also a great source of potassium, protein, magnesium, zinc and vitamins e and c. the flour can be used to make almost anything both sweet and savoury.
benefits of organic tiger nut flour
100% organic
made from high quality tiger nuts
high in fibre and protein
good source of minerals including magnesium and zinc
good source of vitamins including vitamin e
Tiger nuts are also a source of vitamins E and C. While VItamin E which helps prevent haemolysis, vitamin C, promotes the formation of collagen and the absorption of iron for the protection of bones and teeth. Both vitamins have an antioxidant function, helping in the production of red blood cells and the protection of cell membranes.
The folic acid provided by the tuber (also known as Vitamin B9) helps the formation of red and white blood cells and the content in Vitamin B6 intervenes in the functioning of nerve cells and in the formation of antibodies and red blood cells. Moreover, thiamine (B1) and riboflavin (B2) are vitamins, which are also present in tiger nuts, and are involved in energy metabolism. Finally, we can mention tiger nuts also contain niacin, which helps generate sexual hormones. This makes tiger nuts some kind of a nutrient cocktail and why they have been highly regarded along history for their health healing properties.
In addition to a large number of minerals and vitamins provided by tiger nuts, they are a source of natural energy thanks to its content of starch and sucrose, necessary to carry out the vital functions and promote growth. Their high fibre content, similar to whole grains, nuts and fruits, helps to keep the gut happy, improving constipation symptoms, reduce cholesterol and enhance glycemic control.
Tiger nuts are a good source of vegetable proteins since they contain a large number of essential amino acids. For example, they contain both lysine, that participates in the formation of collagen; and glycine, that is a neurotransmitter.
Oleic acid helps to decrease LDL (bad) cholesterol, increase HDL (good cholesterol) and at the same time, helps to control triglycerides. The most abundant amino acid in tiger nuts is arginine, which is needed in the synthesis of urea.
In addition, tiger nuts also contain a significant amount of polyphenols, which have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antihypertensive properties. It has been demonstrated that the consumption of a small daily serving of tiger nuts is beneficial for our health.
ingredients
organic tigernut seed
store in a cool dry place away from sunlight.storage instructionskeep in an air tight sealed container in a cool, dark and dry location. can be refrigerated or frozen (in an air tight container) to extend the shelf life.
