What is Organic Gelatinized Black Maca Powder?

Our product is the orginal "Maca Junín-Pasco' Appellation of Origin.  

Latin Organic’s Gelatinized Black Maca Powder is a high-quality powder sourced from the Black Maca roots, cultivated in the Peruvian Andes. Black Maca Powder is considered a “superfood” by nutritionists, due to its strong nutritional profile and it forms an important part of the local diet and culture. This product is pre-cooked, thereby removing starch and bacteria found within which, promotes digestion.The Maca root is packed full of vitamins, minerals, fatty acids and phytonutrients. Heating the plant further activates some nutrients.

Nutritional profile:

·      Great source of vitamins (B1, B2, B6, B12, C, D, E)

·      Great sources of minerals (calcium, copper, zinc, iron, manganese, magnesium)

The legend

"During the height of the Incan empire, Incan warriors reputedly consumed maca before entering into battle to make them fiercely strong. But after conquering a city the Incan soldiers were prohibited from using maca, to protect the conquered women from their powerful sexual impulses. From as far back as five hundred years ago, maca’s reputation for enhancing strength, libido and fertility was already well established in Peru. " (Source: medicinehunter.com/peruvian-power-plant)

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Use and Recipes:

We recommend adding 1-2 teaspoons of Gelatinsed Black Maca powder to your favourite juices, smoothies and food. Gelatinsed Maca is recommended for individuals who have difficulty digesting starch.