Coca is a sacred food for the indigenous peoples of the Andean region of South America. Its scientific name is Erythroxylum coca and it has been cultivated for thousands of years in Bolivia, Ecuador and Peru. For centuries, the indigenous peoples of the Andean region have chewed coca leaves and drank coca tea.
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For centuries, the indigenous peoples of the Andean region have chewed coca leaves and drank coca tea. It is a practice that does not cause any harm and is even beneficial to human health.
When chewed, the coca leaf acts as a mild stimulant and helps fight hunger, thirst, pain, and fatigue. It also helps to overcome altitude sickness. Every day, millions of people in the Andes chew coca leaves and drink coca tea without experiencing any problems. In fact, indigenous cultures consider it to be a sacred practice. And today coca powder is increasingly used as a food supplement.
Chewing, consuming shakes or coca leaf teas provides alkaloids, which are responsible for stimulating the body as if it were a Redbull.
Similarly, it provides a large amount of vitamins, Vitamins B16 Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin A, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid). Along with these compounds are calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, sodium and zinc. It also provides flavonoids and antioxidants, which reduce risk factors for the onset of diseases.
Coca leaves are highly recommended to calm vertigo or the so-called altitude sickness. It also prevents cardiovascular diseases and prevents cavities.
Other of its properties are attributed to the battle against colon cancer. On the other hand, it prevents obesity and helps fight depression. It also treats respiratory conditions, such as asthma and bronchitis.
Another of its benefits is the regulation of blood pressure, the control of diabetes and the healing of stomach problems.
Research indicates that the coca leaf stimulates the production of stanin; It is ideal for maintaining the freshness of the skin and avoiding skin diseases.
Improves metabolism and helps brain oxygenation. Additionally it is a local anesthetic and stimulates the salivary glands.
It has diuretic properties, combats iron deficiency anemia, regulates the metabolism of carbohydrates and improves liver function by eliminating toxins in the blood.
Finally, it reduces cholesterol and triglycerides, protects the intestinal flora and increases physical resistance.
Coca leaves can be found in powder or flour and can be used to add to juices or be added to mixes to make cakes, sandwiches, etc.
You can also buy coca leaves to make a tea. Add boiling water to the sachet and let stand for 5 minutes before eating. You can do it with both dried leaves and fresh leaves. Coca leaf tea sachets are also sold.
