Alive Foods RAW Organic Maca Powder 200 g

Maca Powder

This Maca is grown at high altitude in the Peruvian Andes. The nutrients are concentrated in the root and lower stem. During a long growing season of several months when the nutrient content reaches its peak, the Maca is harvested. Producing Maca powder is a simple process where the roots are cleaned, broken into small pieces and gradually dried in the open air. This dried product is then ground into powder. The Maca is a golden-yellow variety and is certified organic and raw (not heated).

What makes maca so special?

Maca is classified as an adaptogenic herb or plant that strengthens the body's ability to handle strain and stress. These plants are said to be generally strengthening for the body's homeostasis (= internal balance or equilibrium).

Maca is a highly nutritious food containing large amounts of vitamins, minerals, enzymes, and all essential amino acids. The amino acid content in maca powder provides an average bioavailable protein content of approximately 14 percent by weight.

Maca powder has an impressive array of easily absorbable minerals; including calcium, magnesium, iron, zinc and iodine among others. Most people today eat food that contains far fewer minerals than the wild foods our ancestors lived on. Maca's high mineral content can help us replenish these mineral stores. Maca is also rich in vitamins B1, B2, C and E.

There is a large collection of active phytochemicals (plant chemicals) in Maca, including the legendary macamides and macaenes, which have been the subject of extensive research particularly among traditional diets of indigenous peoples in Peru - where it has been traditionally used to enhance fertility and strength.

How do I use maca?

Maca has a distinct taste and is very versatile. You can, for example, mix it with yogurt, add it to smoothies, use it as a baking ingredient in cookies, in chocolate, or in nut milk.

Maca works excellently as an addition to a breakfast smoothie. Morning is a particularly suitable time to take maca due to its energizing and refreshing effects – and a smoothie is quick and easy to make. Maca can also be mixed into tea, juice, or coffee (macoffee) and also has its place in desserts and raw chocolate.

Adult dosage: 1 tsp to 2 tablespoons per day. It's good to start with small portions (perhaps one tablespoon) and gradually increase. Maca is not recommended for children under 12 years.

When using plants with adaptogenic properties, it is recommended that you adopt a routine that includes periods when you don't consume them. For example: Take maca daily for six weeks, then stop using it for one week.

Maca shot:

3.4 fl oz water 1 tsp maca powder Stir the maca powder into water. Drink and feel the energy return.

Frozen Berry Shake:

2 tsp maca powder 1 tbsp acai 2 tsp honey 1 tbsp chia 1 banana 2.5 dl frozen berries A pinch of salt Blend all ingredients and enjoy! Provides energy, strength, and happiness!

Supplier: Alive Foods, Sweden.

Country of Origin: Peru. This Maca is cultivated in Peru at high altitude (above 4000m). The vegetation period is eight months, allowing time for the nutritional profile to fully develop. An additional three months is dedicated to natural outdoor drying. The dried roots are cleaned and broken into small pieces, which are then ground into powder. The powder is packed awaiting transport.

Nutritional information per 100 grams: Energy 1497kj/358kcal Protein 10g Carbohydrates 77.9g -Of which sugars 19.6g Fat 0.76g -Of which saturated fat 0.254 Fiber 21.3g Salt 0.152 mg

Nutritional Information per 100 grams: Energy 1497kj/358kcal Protein 10g Carbohydrates 77.9g -Of which sugars 19.6g Fat 0.76g -Of which saturated fat 0.254g Fiber 21.3g Salt 0.152mg