Supplier From
Lima,
,
Peru
Supplier From
Lima,
,
Peru
Our Black Maca extract powder 50:1 ratio is a highly concentrated, water-soluble form of Peruvian maca root (Lepidium meyenii). It can be used in energy drinks and smoothies, it functions as an adaptogen potentially supporting mood, energy, endurance, and hormonal balance. We process 50 Kg of fresh maca hypocotyls into 1 Kg of black maca extract.
Peruvian Black maca (Lepidium meyenii, black variety) is one of the less common but most valued types of Andean maca. It is grown mainly in the highlands of Peru, at altitudes between 3,800 and 4,500 meters above sea level, where it withstands low temperatures, poor soils, and high solar radiation. Its distinguishing feature is its black or dark gray skin, while the inner flesh is yellowish or cream-colored, with a more earthy and slightly stronger flavor than red or yellow maca.
Maca�¢??s nutritional value comes partly from its high protein content and the quantity of amino acids (18 amino acids, including 7 of 9 essential amino acids), carbohydrates and other compounds as fatty oils (2 of 3 essentials), minerals and vitamins.
Maca�¢??s therapeutic effects are due to the presence of secondary metabolites like alkaloids, glucosinolates, sterols, phenolic compounds among others.
Harvested Maca is sun-dried for several weeks before being processed.
