Maca Powder Raw - 100 g

Details Origin and History of Maca Maca (Lepidium meyenii), also known as Peruvian ginseng, originates from the Andes Mountains of Peru. This herbaceous biennial plant has been cultivated for approximately 2000 years. Maca thrives at altitudes above 3800 meters and can withstand temperatures as low as -10 degrees Celsius. The primary reason for cultivating Maca is its root, which can vary significantly in size and shape. There are three main varieties of Maca: Yellow, Red, and Black, with Yellow being the most commonly used. Processing of Maca Powder Maca was originally a tuber and was even fed to horses by the Incas on the advice of the Spaniards, quickly revitalizing the animals. Benefits of Maca In the Junín region of Peru, Maca is an essential and nutritious food source. It is consumed fresh, often in combination with meat, cooked in underground ovens with hot stones (Pachamancas), or dried and ground into Maca flour for use in baked goods or porridge in milk. A popular drink made from Maca is called "Maca Chica." Pro's & cons plus-circle Contains a high level of vitamins and minerals plus-circle Rich in enzymes and essential amino acids plus-circle Can be used in beverages, baked goods, and soups Legal Disclaimer: We try to deliver organic qualité if possible. However, this is not always possible and the quality can varie during the year. This due to: insufficient harvest, not sufficient active principals in de organic qualité, temporarily not available in organic quality,…Do you wish more information on this, then we need to check our current stock. Allergan info: This product is packaged and/or stored in a facility that also processes products containing nuts, peanuts, mustard, celery, gluten, sesame, soy and sulphites. Despite all precautions, it is possible that this product contains traces of these allergens. Please consume for small trial quantity to avoid any alergical effects. Direction of use: Please consult dietician, physician, cosmetologist, herboriste, aurvedic experts for any external or internal usage.