Maca (Lepidium Meyenni)
Native to and grown in the lush soils of the Peruvian Central Andes. Used nutritionally and medicinally since pre-Incan times. Tuberous vegetable resembling a turnip, which is naturally processed into a flour. Reputed to enhance fertility, libido and considered to be beneficial for hormonal balancing.
Adaptogen increases strength, stamina, energy, and mental capacity by helping the body adapt to stress and restore balance.
Taste
Maca has a malty taste reminiscent of horlicks.
Nutrition and health facts
- High amounts of vitamins, minerals and essential amino acids–excellent source of iron, potassium, magnesium and 20 amino acids(rich in essential ones).
- Adaptogen is a substance that helps the body to “adapt” to particular stresses put upon it and for the body to adapt to those stresses by regulating itself naturally with stimulation from a herb or food.
How to use
In muesli, porridge, yoghurt, smoothies, shakes, juices, water, cakes,
Recipe: Macabanana Milkshake Recipe
Blend the following:
- 1 cup of soya
- rice or almond milk
- 1 tbs of Maca
- 1 tbs of agave nectar
- one banana
- 2-3 cups of water
