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Common Names: Annatto, Atsuete, Lipstick plant (English), Yan zhi shu (Chinese), Rocou, Atole (French), Anattosamen (German), Lathwa (Hindi), Achihuite, Pumacua (Spanish), Kham ngo, Kham thai (Thai), Atchuete, Achoete (Tagalog)
Atsuete is a small tree grown in the tropical regions of South America. Its natural colorant is the main source why it is widely cultivated because it is used as dye for food and textile as well as applied as body paint in rituals and spiritual ceremonies.
Aside from being a natural source of food coloring, atsuete gives 5 health benefits:
Atsuete is a small tree grown in the tropical regions of South America. Its natural colorant is the main source why it is widely cultivated because it is used as dye for food and textile as well as applied as body paint in rituals and spiritual ceremonies.
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Aside from being a natural source of food coloring, atsuete gives 5 health benefits:
- Reduces blood pressure
- Treats edema
- Helps tone, balance and strengthen the liver
- Reduces liver inflammation
- Lowers total cholesterol levels