It is a tuber that grows naturally in the Andes of Peru, above 3900 meters above sea level, its origin dates back to pre-Inca times more than 1800 years ago, in those times its consumption was for medicinal and nutritional purposes.
There are different varieties and colors, the best known are: yellow, red and black Maca.
Maca is very rich in proteins, starch, sugars; It has energizing properties, hormonal balancing, maca stimulates the endocrine system and helps maintain hormonal balance; It is traditionally used to restore mental and physical balance, improve vitality and endurance of athletes, for this reason it is attributed as an aphrodisiac that increases fertility and virility.
The harvest is from 8 to 11 months, a fairly long period from sowing, it requires virgin land and a lot of cold.
Uses, it can be used directly as a nutritional supplement or mix for different shakes, mix with dairy products, nutritional supplement.
Raw Maca Powder:
In powder, its consumption is an excellent source of amino acids, because it has seven of the eight essential ones that serve to transport and optimize the nutrients that the body needs, that is, water, carbohydrates, proteins, minerals, and vitamins.
The process begins with the selection of varieties and colors, subsequent washing and disinfection, dehydration, chopping, grinding and sifting.
Gelatinized Maca Powder:
The process begins with the selection of varieties and colors, subsequent washing and disinfection, dehydrated, chopped, gelatinized and ground.
Presentation: cardboard boxes with 02 bags of 10 kg, total weight per box 20 Kg.
Free of pesticides and mycotoxins. Certification: EU, NOP, JAS.