Secrets of
The Hunza Culture

Although apricot kernels have risen in

popularity and public awareness in the

past few decades, the concept of

eating them is not a new one. Traditionally the use of apricot kernels comes from a tribe in Northern Pakistan called the Hunza. They are known for their longevity and quality of life as they commonly live to over 100 years of age, cancer-free! The Hunza live without a multitude of things which are common to us as North Americans—air-conditioning, cars, money…cancer, arthritis, coronary disease! The healthy lifestyle of this people is largely due to their diet. They “live off the land” and as such eat only whole foods. The greatest discovery thus far has been that their diet consists of an incredible amount of vitamin B17, to which disease prevention has been attributed to. The greatest contributor to this is the apricot kernel, which they take directly from the apricot pit, air drying it before consumption. It is hard to believe that this ‘secret ingredient’ to a healthy long life is found in something most people would throw away…it’s that simple! Now these miracle apricot kernels are available to those who desire the Hunza health benefits without having to give up the little luxuries we all enjoy.