Lima - Our Values

Discover our common Dream

Lima is the tale of our shared dream: the vision of a land where all forms of life coexist in harmony. A realm where individuals harmonise with themselves, with others, and with the environment.

Harmony with yourself

Did you know that the founder of Lima was inspired by George Ohsawa, the inventor of Macrobiotics? George believed in the philosophy of Yin and Yang, which is based on one main principle: the harmony between opposing yet complementary elements. He was convinced that this philosophy should be applied to nutrition.
Read more about our history.

At Lima, we've always regarded nutrition as essential for inner harmony and health. Founded in 1957 by visionaries who deeply believed in the intimate connection between food and well-being, we dared to promote an organic, plant-based diet when it was groundbreaking. We've persistently championed this conviction, offering you plant-based, and certified-organic products, and we're committed to continuing to do so.

We also believe that harmony is deeply personal. Each person must discover their own nutritional balance, considering their body, specific needs (such as a lactose or gluten-free diet), preferences, and lifestyle. Our products are designed to support you on your journey to finding your unique harmony. Interested in learning more about our nutritional principles? Read more.

And, of course, inner harmony cannot be found without being in harmony with the world around you. As in the Yin and Yang philosophy, everything is connected.

Harmony with the others

We have been promoting a vegan diet and offering 100% vegetarian products since our creation. A plant-based diet is a great way to find nutritional harmony.

For us, living in harmony with others also means respecting and promoting diversity in general. We can learn so much from other cultures, other points of view. At Lima, we explore the world and are always open to other culinary traditions. This enables us to offer you new flavours, new ways of cooking your favourites. We are inspired by Japan, of course, but also by culinary cultures from all over the world.

Harmony with the environment

Lima: a pioneer of organic agriculture. We have been pioneers in the development of organic agriculture. Our founder, Pierre Gevaert, was a visionary: he believed very early in ecology and organic agriculture. Even Lima's Expert laboratory laid the foundations for legislation on organic food in Europe in 1974.

What does “organic” mean?

‘Organic’ refers to a production method that complies with the requirements of European legislation on organic farming. This involves specific guidelines governing the production of agricultural raw materials, processing, and the use of certain substances and methods. The use of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and products derived from GMOs is strictly prohibited. Furthermore, synthetic chemical plant protection products are not permitted in organic farming; instead, only plant protection products and methods authorised under the applicable organic regulations may be used.

Lima products are certified in accordance with the guidelines for organic farming and meet the European requirements for organic products. Furthermore, selected products carry additional recognised organic certifications, including the French ‘AB’ label and the Belgian ‘Biogarantie’ label.