The mistake not to make

Vitamin C is extremely thermosensitive (sensitive to heat). If you incorporate your Camu Camu powder into a cake before baking it, or into a boiling herbal tea, you instantly destroy almost all of its benefits!

• The right method: Always integrate your powder into preparations that are cold or at room temperature (yogurts, juices, cooled compotes).
• For hot drinks: If you want to add it to a tea, wait until it is lukewarm (drinkable) before diluting the powder in it.

The breakfast of champions

A perfect synergy to mask the bitterness of camu camu while maximizing the vitamin intake.

• 1 very ripe banana (brings roundness and natural sugar)
• 1 teaspoon of Camu Camu powder
• 1 half teaspoon of Acerola powder (for the fruity sweetness)
• 200 ml of almond or coconut milk
• A handful of fresh red fruits

1. Place everything in a blender. Blend on high power.
2. Drink immediately to enjoy the integrity of the freshly emulsified vitamin C!

The little-known diet trick

The human body has a lot of trouble absorbing so-called "non-heme" iron (the one that comes from plants like lentils, spinach or chia seeds).

The trick: Vitamin C massively increases (up to 3 times more) the absorption of this plant iron by the intestine! If you are eating a spinach salad or a warm lentil dish, sprinkle half a teaspoon of Camu Camu into your vinaigrette. It's the perfect alliance to fight anemia.

An original touch of acidity for your salads

In Peru, the vibrant acidity of Camu Camu is often used as a seasoning in savory dishes (like ceviche).

1. In a bowl, mix 3 tablespoons of olive oil with 1 tablespoon of cider vinegar.
2. Add 1 teaspoon of sweet mustard and 1 good teaspoon of Camu Camu powder.
3. Add a teaspoon of honey to counterbalance the bitterness, salt and pepper.
4. Emulsify everything. An incredible vitamin-packed vinaigrette on an arugula salad!

To wake up the body gently

Ideal for intelligent hydration right upon waking up, on an empty stomach.

• In a large bottle of mineral water at room temperature, pour 1 level teaspoon of Camu Camu.
• Add a few slices of fresh cucumber and two crushed mint leaves.
• Shake vigorously. This very slightly acidic detox water purifies the palate and boosts the metabolism without being harsh on it.

The perfect snack for athletes, no baking required

1. In a blender, place 200g of pitted dates, 100g of almonds, and 2 large tablespoons of rolled oats.
2. Add 1 generous tablespoon of Camu Camu powder and a drizzle of agave syrup.
3. Pulse until you get a sticky paste.
4. Press the dough into a flat mold and place in the refrigerator for 2 hours. Cut into bars. The camu camu brings a tangy "pep" that cuts the very sweet side of the dates!

The cure without thinking about it

This is the easiest and fastest method for rushed mornings.

• Take a classic plain yogurt, sheep's milk yogurt or plant-based yogurt (coconut).
• Pour in 1 teaspoon of Camu Camu and a teaspoon of flower honey.
• Mix vigorously until the powder is perfectly integrated. You get a "boost" yogurt with the taste of wild berries with a beautiful slightly salmon color.

The total immunity cocktail (Turmeric + Vitamin C)

Golden Milk is a hot Ayurvedic drink, but to add Camu Camu to it, you must respect the rule of heat.

1. Heat your almond milk with 1 tsp of turmeric powder, ginger, a pinch of black pepper and coconut oil.
2. Pour into your mug and let cool until the cup is pleasant to hold in your hand (less than 50°C).
3. It is only then that you vigorously incorporate 1 tsp of Camu Camu powder. Unbeatable anti-inflammatory and vitamin synergy!

Thirst-quenching and healthy

Replace industrial syrups full of bad sugars with this natural alternative.

• In a pitcher, pour 1 liter of very cold sparkling water.
• In a small bowl, dilute 1 generous tablespoon of Camu Camu with 3 tablespoons of agave syrup (or liquid sugar) and a little water to avoid lumps.
• Pour this mixture into the pitcher of sparkling water, add plenty of ice cubes and a few mint leaves. It's ready!

Homemade Vitamin C cosmetics

Vitamin C is the number 1 active ingredient in all anti-aging and "healthy glow" creams on the market! You can make your fresh mask at home.

1. In a small ramekin, mix 1 teaspoon of sweet honey, 1 teaspoon of plain yogurt, and half a teaspoon of Camu Camu powder.
2. Apply this fresh paste to your clean face (avoiding the eye contour area).
3. Leave on for a maximum of 10 minutes (natural vitamin C is very active and may tingle slightly). Rinse thoroughly with clean water. Your complexion will instantly be illuminated and clarified!