The smell of exotic lands, as well as home
Vanilla pods are an indispensable ingredient in chocolate, ice cream and cakes. The spice has been known to the people of Mexico since ancient times. The Toltecs and Aztecs called it the “black pod”. They used it as an ingredient in energy drinks made from cocoa beans and took it as a medicine and a tonic. Vanilla pods come from an orchid of the genus Vanilla which climbs as a vine on trees to a height of up to two metres. It’s native to tropical America.
Health benefits:
- Vanilla stimulates heart activity and activates the organism.
- It helps reduce fever.
- It’s a natural antidepressant that relieves anxiety, calms the mind and helps with insomnia and lack of appetite.
- Some people believe it’s an aphrodisiac.
Vitamins and minerals: Contains vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5 and B6. Its mineral content includes manganese, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, zinc and copper.
Country of origin: Mexico
