Baobab. The healing fruit of the apothecary tree. Compact guide

The content at a glance

Discover the baobab and its rich nutrients – for your health and beauty.

Below you will find an annotated table of contents for Barbara Simonsohn’s book “Baobab” about the superfood from Africa.

Baobab, Africa's miracle tree

The ingredients of the "pharmacist tree" are outstanding: Baobab - its fruits and leaves, the seed oil, the fruit fibers and even the tree bark - is rich in vitamins, antioxidants, fiber, proteins and fatty acids. The pulp, with its extremely high ORAC value, scores with a remarkable oxidative effect.

Baobab for body and soul

Thanks to its valuable ingredients, eating baobab has a positive effect on the entire organism. It is considered to prevent diabetes, promotes healthy digestion, is good for skin care and also helps with mental balance. DIY natural cosmetics recipes are fun and create beautiful skin.

Baobab is the star in many health topics. From weight loss programs to fighting viruses, the giant tree and its fruits are a good companion (→ page 98 ff.). Baobab helps with intestinal problems, keeps blood sugar levels low and protects the heart. Baobab ensures that you stay slim and fit and prevents stress-related illnesses such as burnout and high blood pressure. Blood formation is improved, the immune system is strengthened and inflammation is reduced. The seed oil gives you beautiful skin and heals skin problems from acne to eczema and psoriasis (→ page 85 ff.).

Baobab is also a wonderful ingredient in the kitchen, as its fruit powder can liven up many a dish. With its sweet and sour fruit flavor, it is a real health benefit for food and drink!

The most important effects of the superfood Baobab

The upside-down tree and its fruits have many valuable properties. Here are the top ten.

• Baobab has an extremely high antioxidant potential.
• Baobab contains all essential and non-essential amino acids in a perfectly balanced amino acid profile.
• Baobab is an excellent source of fiber with an ideal ratio of 50 percent soluble to 50 percent insoluble fiber.
• Baobab lowers blood sugar levels after carbohydrate-rich meals: diabetes prevention and weight loss in one!
• Baobab regenerates the intestinal flora and helps with intestinal inflammation.
• Baobab helps with stress and prevents burnout.
• Baobab lowers blood pressure and protects the heart.
• Baobab works against inflammation, viruses and bacteria.
• Baobab fights infections and strengthens the immune system.
• Baobab oil rejuvenates the skin and helps with all kinds of skin problems.