Black Maca Powder Organic 250 g

Organic black maca powder

Maca is a root vegetable that thrives in the highlands of Peru and the Andes, exposed to extreme weather conditions and significant temperature differences between day and night. It is also known as Peruvian ginseng. As it is virtually indestructible, the ancient Incas already made use of its active ingredients, which are particularly effective for male sexual potency and have a beneficial effect on general health. It is precisely for this reason that it is considered an extremely valuable superfood.

The medicinal part of maca is the root, which contains large amounts of vitamins, minerals and amino acids. Thanks to substances that act similarly to hormones, it regulates the levels of oestrogen and progesterone or testosterone, which has a beneficial effect on our well-being and gives us strength and stamina. Its content of important vitamins, such as vitamins B1, B12, C and E, as well as fatty acids, minerals and amino acids (including 7 essential ones – those our body absolutely needs), makes maca one of the most effective, sought-after and recommended natural superfoods with a tradition stretching back several millennia.

It is an adaptogenic plant, which boosts energy, stamina, vitality and physical strength. It helps us cope with stress and adapt more easily to change. It most commonly grows in the Andes in central Peru, in harsh conditions and at very high altitudes – over 4,000 metres. It is a cruciferous vegetable, like broccoli, cauliflower, turnip, cabbage, kale and radish. The most edible part of the plant is the root or tuber. It comes in several colours, ranging from white to black. The most popular are yellow, red and black. Ordinary yellow maca is used for everyday purposes and for long-term consumption. Red and black maca, on the other hand, are considered sacred varieties and are used for chronic therapeutic conditions. Yellow maca is neutral. Red maca is associated with inner feminine energy. Black maca, on the other hand, is associated with outer masculine energy. Local shamans pay particular attention to the type or ratio of maca that a person with health issues should consume.

It has a very sweet taste and a wide range of uses.

Black maca accounts for only around 10 per cent of global production of all types of maca. It is also highly prized for its medicinal uses.

Why choose our maca?

Our maca powder comes from certified organic cultivation, carefully dried and ground into a flour-like powder. What’s more, we regularly ensure that our maca stocks are always fresh! This is another reason why we carefully prepare the blend ourselves, as this is the only way we can guarantee its purity with fresh ingredients in the correct proportions.

Maca comes from Peruvian high-altitude organic farms. We have carried out analyses and hold a valid certificate for each batch.

Nutritional values

Average nutritional values per 100 g of black maca: energy: 1448 kJ/342 kcal; fat: 0.6 g, of which saturated: 0.2 g; carbohydrates: 67 g, of which sugars: 24 g; protein: 13 g; fibre: 10 g and salt: 0.53 g.

Storage and warnings

Store in a cool, dry place at a temperature not exceeding 25 °C. Keep this food supplement out of the reach of children!

Remember the importance of a varied diet and a healthy lifestyle; this food supplement is not a substitute for a balanced and varied diet. Do not exceed the recommended daily intake or dose. We always advise pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers to consult a doctor before use.

Packaging

An airtight zip-lock bag that preserves the product’s freshness and aroma. The packaging protects against light and air, as it consists of multiple layers of protection that maintain the properties of the contents.

The packaging is very practical and can be recycled.

Origin

Peru