Paleolithic Ground Almond Flour 500 g

What is Earth Almond?

Earth Almond, also known as tiger nut or chufa, is misleadingly named as it has no relation to real almonds or nuts, it is not a stone fruit and does not grow on trees. Its tubers are found underground with a sweet, almond-like taste. It is perhaps crunchier than almonds, but with a less distinctive flavor. (Latin name: Cyperus esculentus L. sativus The word esculentus is of Latin origin, meaning: edible.)

Its place of origin is the northern and tropical-subtropical regions of Africa, but it can be found anywhere from the Equator to the cold polar regions. The cultivation of the earth almond was brought to Southern Europe countries through the Arabs.

Earth Almond is a quite ancient cultivated plant, but its cultivation has been limited to a narrow geographical region in recent decades and centuries. It began to be cultivated during the time of the pharaohs along the Nile, and was one of the Egyptians' most important crops. Due to its high starch, oil (20-24%), and protein content (3-7%), it is highly nutritious and can be stored dry for years. It is used today as a material in confectionery, cosmetics, and vegetable oil industries.

Its most famous use in Spain is the popular drink made from earth almonds, called horchata. Its recipe can also be found here in Hungary. In Valencia, it is called chufa de Valencia, which is practically the "milk" of the tiger nut and is a staple in every family's refrigerator.
In ancient Egypt, they made cakes from it. When the tubers are chopped or ground, they can be used very well in pastries. Always use them rehydrated, as the tough tubers can be difficult to handle!

Earth Almond is a delicious, nutritious, healthy snack, an excellent ingredient for beverages and pastries, and could become a popular treat in our country as well. It can be consumed raw, toasted, or ground into flour.

Its effects on the human body:

Due to its gluten-free and easily digestible nature, it can be consumed by those with gluten intolerance, people on fortifying diets, and those with digestive and intestinal disorders. Its low-fat character can be a useful nutrient source for stomach and gallbladder patients, while its fiber content can support the bodies of diabetics. Rich in B-vitamins, biotin, containing vitamin E, numerous minerals, most notably its high iron, magnesium, phosphorus, and calcium content. Its high protein content and well-balanced amino acid composition can be a beneficial supplementary protein source or a meat substitute for vegans. Its outstanding rutin content can help support the elasticity of blood vessel walls and tissue renewal. Among its high dietary fibers, both cellulose and pectin may be present. Fiber intake protects the intestinal flora, gently cleanses the intestines, can stimulate stomach emptying, promote the movement of smooth muscles in the intestines, increase the amount of bowel content, inner pressure in the colon, thus reducing the so-called transit time and alleviating constipation, which is one of the most common lifestyle diseases. Moreover, fibers bind toxins and help in their excretion.

It contains numerous enzymes, phytohormones, flavonoids that stabilize the blood vessels and protect tissues, organs, and cells from free radicals, like vitamin E.
30 grams can meet our daily nutritional and vital needs, which is why it is called the survival plant.

Its appetite-reducing effects are valued by many who want to lose weight, as it helps with non-violent but healthy weight loss by causing a feeling of fullness.

In Summary: regenerating, energizing, performance-enhancing, nerve-strengthening. Excellent for high-performance activities, such as work, school, sports.