Description
Botanical Name - Smallanthus sonchifolius
Organic Status - Organic
Country of Origin - Peru
Plant Part - Root
Originally from the Andes and has been enjoyed by South Americans for hundreds of years. A relative of the Jerusalem artichoke. Containing a type of carbohydrate called fructooligosaccharides, which have a low GI and calorie value.
It is low in calories and a good sweetener for diabetics. It is rich in antioxidants, potassium, calcium, and phosphorous.