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3. Plant Protein

Sacha inchi is also a rich source of plant proteins. One study shows that sacha inchi flour is comparable to soy flour. Both have balanced amino acids; in fact, sacha inchi flour has a higher content of some amino acids, including arginine, glycine, and tryptophan.

Although plant protein has an incomplete amino acid profile, unlike animal protein, it has benefits too, including protecting against chronic degenerative diseases and reducing the risk of atherosclerosis.

8 Proven Benefits of Sacha Inchi

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