Organic Maca Root Powder

Organic Maca Root Powder is 100% pure maca (Lepidium meyenii) from the highlands of Peru, milled into a fine, malty, butterscotch-scented powder. It is certified organic and non-GMO with nothing added, and it goes into smoothies, coffee, oatmeal, teas and baked dishes. It is offered in 4oz, 1LB and 10lb sizes.

At a glance

• 100% pure maca (Lepidium meyenii) from the highlands of Peru
• Fine, malty, butterscotch-scented powder
• Certified organic and non-GMO, nothing added
• Carries macamides, macaenes and glucosinolates
• Into smoothies, coffee, oatmeal, teas and baked dishes
• Sizes: 4oz, 1LB and 10lb

The herb. Maca (Lepidium meyenii) is a root vegetable in the mustard family, Brassicaceae, that grows on the high plateaus of the Peruvian Andes where almost nothing else will. It has been cultivated there for centuries; Andean farmers dried the roots and boiled them into porridge and drinks. The root comes in yellow, red and black forms and carries macamides and macaenes, compounds unique to maca, along with glucosinolates typical of the mustard family, plant sterols, fiber, protein and minerals.

What's in it. This powder is the whole dried root, so it delivers the full mix of macamides, macaenes, glucosinolates, carbohydrates, protein and minerals in their natural proportions. The flavor is malty, nutty and faintly caramel, which is why it disappears so easily into a morning smoothie or a bowl of oats.

Dosage, first time. Start with a small quantity and flavor to taste. Add it to a smoothie, coffee, oatmeal or a baked dish and see how it sits with you over a day or two before using more.

Regular use. Maca is eaten daily in the Andes as a staple food, and most people here use it the same way, a consistent daily spoonful in whatever they already eat or drink. It is not something to load up on.

What to expect. Users describe warm, steady stamina and a lifted, energetic mood without any stimulant edge. It suits mornings and pre-workout blends. It is not a quick-hit stimulant and not a sedative. For the whole root to simmer or grind yourself, see our Maca Root Whole Bulb / Root.

Side effects. Maca is a food and is very well tolerated. Its fiber and glucosinolates can cause gas, bloating or mild stomach upset in some people, and a few people find raw maca leaves them restless if taken late in the day. Start lower and it usually settles.

Interactions and cautions. Because maca contains glucosinolates like other mustard-family vegetables, people with thyroid concerns should consult a healthcare professional before using it regularly. Consult a professional as well if you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medication or managing a hormone-sensitive condition.

Ingredients and storage. 100% Organic Maca Root Powder (Lepidium meyenii). Store sealed in a cool, dry place; it keeps well but clumps in humidity.

Common questions

• What does organic maca root powder taste like? Malty and nutty with a caramel-like note, so it suits coffee, oats and chocolate flavors.
• Is raw maca powder the same as gelatinized maca? No, this is raw milled root, while gelatinized maca has been heat-processed to remove starch.
• How much maca powder should I start with? A small quantity to taste, increasing slowly as it agrees with you.

Disclaimer. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Maca is a traditional botanical, and traditional use does not establish that it will produce any particular result. Consult your healthcare provider before use if you take any medication or have a medical condition. Use at your own risk and keep out of reach of children. Formulated by Healing Herbals, run by a practicing herbalist of 13+ years.