Peruvian Maca 180 Capsule

Maca is a plant very similar to turnip, which comes from a plant of the Brassicaceae family, its botanical name is Lepidium meyenii and it originates in the Andes.

Its roots are rich in important and essential nutrients for the health of our body, for this reason Maca is considered a Superfood .

The Maca plant is a small herbaceous plant, it can be considered perennial due to the formation of its accumulation roots. It grows in the Andes mountain range of Peru and Bolivia , at an altitude that varies between 2500 and 5000 m.

It grows on hostile terrain , on very poor and rocky soils, where the weather conditions are adverse: strong winds and extreme temperature variations, with very low temperatures at night and very intense sunlight during the day.

Maca is a source of calcium which contributes to normal energy metabolism and muscle function and calcium is also necessary for the maintenance of normal bones.

Maca is high in iron which contributes to normal cognitive function and oxygen transport in the body. Iron contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue and to the normal function of the immune system.

Maca is a source of Riboflavin which contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress. In addition, Maca is low in fat and salt.

Our Maca comes from organic farming . Maca is a yellow powder , has a sweetish flavor and a very particular and pungent taste, oscillating between bitter and spicy and can be hidden by mixing it with other ingredients.

Organic maca powder is considered the best way to integrate this precious food into your diet. Maca root powder can be dissolved in water, drinks, milk and smoothies or added to cake and cookie dough.

Maca powder can be taken in the following ways:

• in yogurt or milk
• as an ingredient in homemade desserts
• in herbal teas and teas
• in smoothies or fruit juices
• in the preparation of biscuits
• in salads or as a condiment
• in broths or soups

Since the 90s, this method of processing maca has been introduced. The roots are dried in the sun and then undergo this gelatinization process that makes the Maca powder easier to digest (thanks to the absence of starch).

1. Gelatinized maca is more digestible, thanks to the absence of starch it is easier to digest for those with sensitive stomachs.
2. The nutrients inside are more concentrated and some are amplified, such as metabolites and minerals inside.
3. Gelatinized maca is more water-soluble, making it easier to dissolve in water or into drinks and smoothies.

NaturaleBio produces and sells Organic Gelatinized Maca Powder.