Organic Maca Powder
DID YOU KNOW?
Peruvian lore tells of maca’s use during the Tahuantinsuyo Empire. The root was prescribed to warriors in preparation for battle to increase their strength and endurance. Outside of war-time, however, maca was banned for warriors because the leaders knew then, what scientists have recently discovered, that maca can increase the libido.
Maca (ma-kuh)
a herbaceous plant native to the high Andes of Bolivia and Peru. It is grown for its fleshy hypocotyl which is used as a root vegetable and a medicinal herb.
Incan Strength
The root of the maca plant has been used in indigenous Andean cultures as a source of nourishment and healing for many millenniums. A radish-like root, maca is indigenous to the mountainous and ragged terrain of the Peruvian highlands. Although its foliage may be small and unassuming, the harvested root of the maca plant was traditionally used by Incan warriors in preparation for difficult expositions and battles, and was consumed to stamina and energy. So esteemed was this special root, that it later became used by the Spaniards as a form of currency; a practice which still carries on in some areas of Peru even today. Enjoying a massive resurgence in use, maca continues to be one of the most appreciated superfoods on the market. Navitas Naturals offers maca in 4 forms to suit all needs: a raw powder, a gelatinized powder, and a capsulated form of both.
The Power of Maca
Maca has long been used to increase stamina, boost libido and combat fatigue for a good reason. The root is a superb adaptogen, and it enables the body to more easily adapt to and regulate stress factors imposed upon it. Studies have also identified four alkaloids present in maca, which are known to nourish the endocrine system (the system in the body responsible for the production and maintenance of hormones). Maca root is a highly nutrient-dense whole food, as it is packed with vitamins, plant sterols, as well as many essential minerals, amino acids and healthy fats. This is a particuarily exceptionally powerful and balanced food for athletes and those who are looking to combat stress or increase stamina.
Energy Food
Maca is a very potent food, and just a little maca sprinkled into recipes turns any meal into a supermeal. With an earthy taste that is slightly nutty with a hint of butterscotch, maca is easily blended into superfood smoothies, various milks, chocolates, or mixed into flour for dessert recipes. Alternately, use maca straight by taking in a capsule form, and enjoy its benefits anytime and anywhere.
SUGGESSTED USES
- SMOOTHIES
- TEA
- GRANOLA
- YOGURT
- ENERGY BARS
BENEFITS
- ADAPTOGEN/li>
- AMINO ACIDS
- ESSENTIAL MINERALS
- PLANT STEROLS
- PHYTONUTRIENTS
CERTIFICATIONS
