What are LUPINS?
Lupins are Legume Beans and belong to the same family as Lentils, Chickpeas, Peas, Beans, Soybeans & Peanuts.
Where are the majority of lupins grown?
The Western Australian agricultural region in Australia produces around 80% of the global lupin supply.
Are Lupins suitable for vegetarians, vegans and other plant-based dietary lifestyles?
Yes. Lupins are one of the world’s richest sources of combined protein (40%) and dietary fibre (37%), Lupins are the perfect plant-based alternative to animal products.
Are Lupins safe for people with gluten and dairy intolerance?
Yes. Lupins contain absolutely no gluten or dairy making them ideal for people with coeliac disease, lactose intolerance and other gluten related dietary issues.
Are Lupins toxic? Not our Australian Lupins!
Lupins have been used as a food for humans and livestock for over 2000 years, however a long “de-bittering” or “brining” process was necessary to remove alkaloids (bitter tasting, mild toxins) that occur in traditional (Mediterranean) as well as New World (Americas) lupin varieties. However, over the last 60 years Australian plant breeders have developed very low-alkaloid varieties (Australian Sweet Lupins) which have been selectively developed for human consumption. These varieties do not need any ‘de-bittering’ process and are so safe they can be consumed raw!