Living Tree Community Foods raw, alive and organic maca powder is grown in the mountains of Peru. Maca root has been used by native Indians in Peru as a vital ingredient to health for thousands of years. We suggest adding a teaspoon to your cacao, mesquite, vanilla powder, and banana smoothies.
Maca root contains significant amounts of amino acids, carbohydrates, and minerals including calcium, phosphorus, zinc, magnesium, iron, as well as vitamins B1, B2, B12, C, E. and a number of glycosides. Nutritionally it’s 10% protein and 60% carbohydrates and fatty acids.
Maca root contains 18 of the 20 essential amino acids which are crucial for synthesizing protein, but which are also important for fighting disease, moving oxygen through the body, growing healthy hair and nails and alleviating symptoms of anxiety and depression. It’s an adaptogenic herb, great for balancing hormones and achieving balance in the body.
Country of Origin: Peru
Packaged in a facility that processes tree nuts. We are a peanut free facility.
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The information provided here is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician. Before undertaking any change in lifestyle or diet, we urge you to seek the guidance and services of qualified, licensed health professionals.
What people are saying
I am now trying to conceive, so plan to soon place an order for Maca powder and have started eating your wonderful Raw Black Sesame (an accupuncturist told me it can increase fertility!).
Thank you again for the highest quality (and beautiful packaging too)!
