{"product_id":"anima-mundi-suma-brazilian-ginseng-powder","title":"Suma: Brazilian Ginseng Powder 113 g","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSUMA from Anima Mundi is one of South America's characteristic tonic roots.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pfaffia paniculata comes from the Amazon region and has been known in Brazil for generations as “Brazilian Ginseng” and “para toda.” These names reflect the special place Suma holds within traditional South American tonic rituals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional tonic botanical:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suma is also called “Brazilian Ginseng”\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor active routines:\u003c\/strong\u003e A distinctive single plant for modern adaptogen and tonic rituals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% Suma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pure powder from Pfaffia paniculata with no other botanicals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdaptogenic classification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suma is often considered one of the plants classified as adaptogenic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant compound profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e With saponins, pfaffosides \u0026amp; phytoecdysteroids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePure rather than a blend:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to dose precisely and flexible to combine with other botanicals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mild, earthy \u0026amp; slightly nutty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Biodynamically harvested by smallholder farmers in the Brazilian Amazon region\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eFor people interested in \u003cstrong\u003eadaptogens, traditional tonic plants, and botanical routines for an active lifestyle\u003c\/strong\u003e, Suma is an interesting single plant. Unlike complex adaptogen blends, the powder consists exclusively of finely ground Suma root - making it easy to dose precisely and combine as desired with maca, cacao, chai, or other botanicals.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAnima Mundi sources the root from \u003cstrong\u003esmallholder farmers in the Brazilian Amazon region\u003c\/strong\u003e, where it is harvested biodynamically. Its mild, earthy, and slightly nutty taste makes it easy to use in smoothies, plant milk, or a spiced Suma chai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnima Mundi \u003c\/strong\u003ecombines traditional plant knowledge from Central and South America with Ayurveda, Daoist traditions, and Western herbalism. For Suma, the brand works with smallholder farmers in the Brazilian Amazon region who harvest the roots biodynamically.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can find more powders, tonics, and herbs from the brand at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/anima-mundi-herbals\" title=\"Anima Mundi\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnima Mundi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuma from the Amazon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTradition \u0026amp; origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSuma, botanically known as Pfaffia paniculata, grows in South America and has a long history of use, particularly in Brazil. The nickname “Brazilian Ginseng” refers to this tonic tradition, although the plant is not botanically related to Panax ginseng.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristic plant compound profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe root contains, among other compounds, saponins, pfaffosides, and phytoecdysteroids such as 20-hydroxyecdysone. These compound groups are part of Suma's characteristic botanical profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMild root powder for everyday use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCompared with many bitter or very potent plant powders, Suma is relatively mild and slightly nutty. This makes it particularly well suited to cacao, chai, smoothies, or warm plant milk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is extensive traditional knowledge and modern research concerning Suma and its natural plant compounds. Here, we limit ourselves to a concise overview. Anyone who would like to learn more can find plenty of additional information online.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 tablespoon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e stirred into a smoothie, juice, cacao, tea, plant milk, or food.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eUp to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2-3 servings daily\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a spiced Suma chai, combine the powder with black tea, plant milk, cardamom, cinnamon, and ginger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStore protected from heat and direct light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring pregnancy and breastfeeding, as well as in the case of existing medical conditions or regular medication use, seek medical or pharmaceutical advice before use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not exceed the recommended daily intake. Keep out of reach of young children. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuma root (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePfaffia paniculata\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBiodynamically harvested by smallholder farmers in the Brazilian Amazon region.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Suma?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSuma is the root of \u003cem\u003ePfaffia paniculata\u003c\/em\u003e, a plant from the Amazon region. It has a long tradition in South American herbalism and is also known as “Brazilian Ginseng.” Anima Mundi offers it here as a pure, finely ground root powder.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is Suma called “Brazilian Ginseng”?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSuma is not a true ginseng botanically. The nickname refers to its traditional role as a tonic root in Brazil and to the fact that it is often used in the same context as other classic adaptogens and tonic plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho might be interested in Suma?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnyone who would like to complement a traditional adaptogen and tonic routine with a South American single plant. The pure powder is particularly practical if you want to dose Suma precisely and combine it as desired with maca, cacao, chai, or other botanicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Suma also fit into an active lifestyle or around training?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The powder can easily be added to smoothies, shakes, plant milk, or cacao, making it a good fit for nutrition routines related to sports and an active lifestyle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich plant compounds are typical of Suma?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe root contains characteristic secondary plant compounds, including saponins, pfaffosides, and phytoecdysteroids such as 20-hydroxyecdysone. They are part of the natural plant compound profile of \u003cem\u003ePfaffia paniculata\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Suma taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMild, earthy, and slightly nutty. This makes Suma more straightforward in flavor than many strong or bitter root powders, and it pairs well with cacao, chai, smoothies, and plant milk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the easiest way to use Suma?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe powder can be stirred directly into smoothies, cacao, chai, plant milk, or other foods and beverages. For a spiced Suma chai, it pairs well with cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does “para toda” mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Para toda” roughly means “for everything” and is a traditional name for Suma in Brazil. It refers to the root's diverse cultural uses and should not be understood as a medical efficacy claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Anima Mundi Herbals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43662484209931,"sku":"Artikelnummer: BL-2318183-Sum","price":42.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0024\/8486\/3029\/files\/anima-mundi-suma-113-gram.jpg?v=1789022372","url":"https:\/\/blindabeauty.com\/en\/products\/anima-mundi-suma-brazilian-ginseng-powder","provider":"Blanda Beauty","version":"1.0","type":"link"}