🌿 Annatto Seed | Natural Color & Antioxidant Support | NYCherbs®

The Remedy:

Common Names: Annatto seed, Bixa orellana, Achiote, Roucou, Lipstick Tree, Urucum, Bijol, Ruku, Sachi, Bixa

✨ BENEFITS OF THE HERB:

• 🌸 Antioxidant Protection: Contains carotenoids that help neutralize free radicals and support cell health.

• 🌿 Anti-inflammatory Properties: Traditionally used to reduce inflammation and soothe the body.

• 💊 Digestive Aid: Used in folk medicine to support digestion and gastrointestinal comfort.

• 🩺 Skin Health: Applied topically in traditional remedies for burns, rashes, and wound healing.

• 🍽️ Culinary Colorant: Provides a natural red-orange pigment widely used in foods, cheeses, and seasonings.

🌟 TRADITIONAL & CULTURAL USES:

• 🕯️ Used in Central and South American cultures as a dye for body paint, clothing, and rituals.

• 🍲 A staple in Latin, Caribbean, and Filipino cuisine as a natural food coloring and spice.

• 🔮 Employed in indigenous practices for protection, vitality, and spiritual energy.

🧴 WAYS TO USE HERB:

• 🍛 Culinary: Add to stews, rice dishes, and sauces for color and mild earthy flavor.

• 🌿 Topical: Infuse into oils for natural skin applications.

• 🍵 Herbal Preparations: Used in teas or decoctions in some traditional systems.

📦 Available Forms:

• Whole Seeds

• Powder