Baobab

Baobab fruit powder — vitamin C content 6x higher than oranges by weight. High in prebiotic fiber and calcium. Natural electrolyte profile.

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Why it is ours

Available online and at African grocery stores. Powder form most accessible in the US.

What it does

Vitamin C in baobab dramatically increases iron absorption from plant sources — pair with moringa, spinach, or beans. Prebiotic fiber feeds Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium. Calcium source for those limited by lactose intolerance.

How it is cooked

1-2 tablespoons dissolved in water, smoothies, or yogurt. Can be added to oatmeal.

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