We all have those few relationships that last only a season, but some that last a lifetime. Our relationship with food lasts a lifetime. Don’t you agree? How often do you introspect and critically examine your relationship with food? Or our Mother Nature, for that matter? Or our communities? Or our Heritage?
A wise person once said, “You reap what you sow”. I say, “What you put in your body determines what you can get out of it”. If you put wholesome food in your belly, you will surely get energy to do your tasks, meet your goals, and live happily.
With each morsel of food you intake, you make a choice (consciously or unconsciously) to move towards or away from your wellness goals.
As a champion of natural, sustainable, eco-friendly, non-GMO products, I feel obligated to introduce my readers to the Baobab: The Tree of Life.
Baobab Fruit: An Angel in Disguise
Baobab fruit is rich in vitamin C, dietary fiber, antioxidants, and essential minerals like magnesium and potassium. These nutrients support immune function, digestion, energy balance, and skin health, making it a powerful ally for one’s wellness.
Why choose MAKOMAS’ Dried Baobab Powder?
MAKOMAS’ Dried Baobab Powder is an all-natural, vegan, and ancient fruit powder. Our farmers harvest it using traditional methods that have been passed down through the generations. It’s a clean, ethical choice for conscientious consumers like yourself. MAKOMAS practices fair trade policies where each purchase directly supports the local economies of Burkina Faso and Côte d’Ivoire.
Some Baobab Recipes
Baobab is versatile and can be incorporated into your daily lives in a multitude of ways. Below are some suggested ways and recipes that can provide ideas for adding the mighty MAKOMAS’ Dried Baobab Powder. You will find that even great health dividends can be achieved with small amounts of this product.
Baobab Morning Porridge
Ingredients:
½ cup steel-cut oats, 1 cup water or oat milk, 1 tbsp MAKOMAS’ Dried Baobab Powder, ½ banana, mashed, ½ tsp cinnamon, Drizzle of honey or date syrup, Optional: chopped almonds, flaxseeds
Instructions:
Cook the oats in water or oat milk until they are soft. Stir in mashed banana, cinnamon, and baobab powder. Sprinkle chopped almonds and sweeten if needed.
Benefits:
This warm, nourishing porridge (rich in fiber and antioxidants) will be a comforting start to the day that supports digestion and immunity.
Oats with Baobab & Berries
Ingredients:
½ cup rolled oats,1 tsp MAKOMAS’ Dried Baobab Powder, ½ cup almond milk, 1 tbsp flaxseeds, ½ tsp vanilla extract, and a handful of blueberries or raspberries
Instructions:
Mix all ingredients in a jar or container and let them sit overnight in the fridge. In the morning, add berries, nuts, or granola to the top.
Benefits:
Vitamin C is known for collagen production. Antioxidants fight dullness and inflammation. Fiber aids in gut health. Adding all three for breakfast gives you glowing skin that shines from inside out.
Baobab Chia Pudding
Ingredients:
2 tbsp chia seeds, ½ cup almond milk or oat milk, 1 tsp MAKOMAS’ Dried Baobab Powder, ½ tsp vanilla extract, shredded coconut, sliced banana, or cacao nibs ( optional )
Instructions:
Stir chia, baobab, and milk together in a bowl or jar. Let the mixture sit for 5–10 minutes or overnight. Top with calming shredded coconut, sliced banana, or cacao nibs and enjoy it cold.
Benefits:
This serene, gut-friendly pudding preps itself and supports your digestion and mood. Great choice if you travel often, as Baobab powder is easy to carry along.
Baobab Citrus Shot
Ingredients:
1 tsp MAKOMAS’ Dried Baobab Powder, ¼ cup coconut water, Juice of ½ lime or lemon, ½ tsp honey or agave, and a pinch of sea salt
Instructions:
Mix all ingredients in a small glass or shaker bottle. Drink 15-30 minutes before your workout or when you need a quick lift.
Benefits:
Baobab helps fuel the body, fights fatigue, and supports recovery with the help of its natural electrolytes (potassium and magnesium), slow-release carbohydrates, and high antioxidant content. This is best consumed 15-30 minutes before a workout for a quick dose of natural energy.
Us Versus Baobab
Our priority is self. That is how we, as a human race, survived and triumphed in the face of adversity. And Baobab’s priority is us, the human race. We care about ourselves, but Baobab cares about us.
We evaluate all our relationships by their utility. But is it enough?
If we care as much as the ancient Baobab does, we will be able to make a lasting impact on the world for fellow human beings and uplift them.
I hope to be counted among the handful of people who cared deeply and left a legacy. It is with this intention that I started MAKOMAS – a company that brings African wellness to the world. We help underprivileged rural women African farmers become self-sufficient, gain economic independence, contribute to sustainable development, and preserve biodiversity.
Baobab is my wellness champion. And I aspire to be a champion for all rural African women farmers someday. What are your aspirations?
Cheers,
Magbè