Maca 5X 5grs.

Maca (Lepidium Meyenii) Maca is an important staple in the diets of the people indigenous to the region since it has the highest nutritional value of any food crop grown there. It is rich in calcium, magnesium, phosphorous and iron, and contains trace minerals, including zinc, iodine, copper, selenium, bismuth, manganese and silica, as well as B vitamins. Studies have shown that Maca may help to increase aphrodisiac activity, libido, increase in energy levels, muscle strength, stamina and endurance in male and female. In Peru (and United States), dried Maca powder extract is encapsulated and sold as an alternative to anabolic steroids by bodybuilders due to its richness in sterols. In the last years, different prepared that contain certain concentrations of Maca have invaded the market such as juice, liquors and other products or supplements.

Maca is mainly grown for the nutritional and health value of its root. The majority of harvested maca are dried. In this form the hypocotyls can be stored for several years. In Peru maca is prepared and consumed in various ways although traditionally it is always cooked.