Maca Root in GlycoReset™
Maca is an Andean root vegetable that grows higher than almost any other crop.
In brief
- Grown in the Peruvian Andes at about 4,000 meters
- A cousin of radish and turnip
- Traditionally eaten for stamina and energy*
- Listed first in the GlycoReset blend
What it is
Maca (Lepidium meyenii) is a root vegetable in the cabbage family. It looks a little like a small turnip and comes in colors from cream to purple. Its roots are dried and ground into a flour-like powder.
Where it comes from
The plant thrives in the cold, windy highlands of Peru, where few crops can grow. People there have eaten maca for centuries, in porridges, drinks and baked goods.
Why it is in GlycoReset
GlycoReset puts maca root first in its blend list, as a traditional ingredient for everyday energy support.* It sits with eleuthero and Panax ginseng among the roots.
Worth knowing
- A food as well as a supplement ingredient
- Tastes earthy and a little sweet
- Usually dried and powdered
- Amount in the blend is not split out
Easy ways to explore it
- Try maca powder in a smoothie
- Look for it in oatmeal or baked goods
- Compare it with the other roots on this site
Keeps company with
Maca goes with:
Public sources
- NIH Office of Dietary Supplements: Dietary supplements, what you need to know
- NCCIH: Using dietary supplements wisely
Common questions
Is maca a root or a seed?
A root.
Where is maca grown?
In the high Andes of Peru.
Does it taste sweet?
It has an earthy, slightly sweet taste.
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