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Maca has a long list of uses because of its broad range of nutritional and medicinal properties. Traditionally, native medicine practitioners and herbalists have recommended maca for:
Treating menopausal symptoms, such as hot flushes, vaginal dryness, and depression, as an alternative to hormone replacement therapy [HRT] Stimulating and regulating the endocrine system, including the adrenals, the thyroid, the ovaries, and the testes Regulating and normalizing menstrual cycles Stimulating fertility in both men and women Supporting the immune system Increasing energy, stamina and endurance, reducing chronic fatigue Enhancing libido, treating impotence Revitalizing seniors, mentally and physically
As a nutritional supplement: As it is a nourishing food, it is an excellent supplement for children and for pregnant women. It can be used to treat malnutrition.
For Fertility: In the oxygen-poor environment at the high altitudes of the Peruvian highlands, conception can be difficult. It is fact that when the Spaniards first went to Cusco after the Spanish conquest, it was several years before a Spanish baby was born. Today, the young couples in these regions are aware of the fertility powers of maca and indeed, eat maca on a regular basis until conception occurs. Maca balances the endocrine system, including the ovaries, testes, adrenals, pancreas and thyroid, helps older men maintain sexual functioning; assists in human conception; helps maintain menopausal hormonal balance
For Libido: Maca is a powerful aphrodisiac for men and women. It is said to "rekindle the desires and the fires of lost passion"! It has aroused the interest of scientists as it strengthens and stimulates the libido. It is said to renew sexuality lost in youth. Remaining sexually active has been said to promote a longer, healthier and happier life. Having a healthy libido indicates a youthful constitution - it offers a healthy, risk-free solution to premature ageing
An Energiser - for improved Strength and Stamina: Maca is a natural energizer, both mentally and physically, due to both its mineral content and the alkaloids. It can boost energy levels, and is being used as an adjuvant therapy for chronic fatigue. Maca is a powerful tonic that improves physical output in a non-specific way. It reinforces the immune system and increases brain capability, generally improving bodily function. Its effects are appropriate to the age and sex of the person using it. It has been shown to revitalize men and women of middle and older age both mentally and physically.
The Quechua-speaking Peruvian Indians, who grow maca today, grow it in the traditional way with no pesticides, with natural animal fertilizer and with long fallow periods between plantings.
Maca is still used today by the indigenous inhabitants of the Andes;
It has 59% Carbohydrate
10% Protein - providing important Amino Acids
2% Lipids (fat) - providing important Primary Fatty Acids, Alkaloids, tannins, saponins and sterols
21% Vitamins and Minerals, including trace minerals
8% Fibre
Maca has a higher lipid content than other root crops, including important primary fatty acids - linoleic acid, palmitic acid and oleic acid.
It is also a rich source of sterols including sitosterol, ampestrol, ergosterol, brassicasterol and ergostadienol. 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. As maca is high in absorbable calcium and magnesium, it has been used successfully to prevent and reverse osteoporosis.
Maca contains four alkaloids, proven in scientific investigation to nourish the endocrine glands, including the reproductive system.
Yacon is a South American root vegetable related to North American Jerusalem Artichokes and to sunflowers.
The root of yacon is considered the world's richest natural source of FOS (Fructooliosaccharides). Most other roots and tubers store carbohydrates as starch - a polymer of glucose. Yacon stores carbohydrate as FOS - a polymer composed mainly of fructose.
Produced to ecological standards and free form agro-chemicals
Yacon is both naturally low-calorie and low in mono and disaccharides (less than 1 g per serving) (sugars that rapidly elevate blood sugar levels). Use it as you would honey or maple syrup on foods and in recipes or sweeten beverages with a spoonful.
As a prebiotic, yacon may aid digestion, stimulating positive colon function. It also helps absorption of calcium and vitamins.
Cacao contains a wide array of unique properties and minerals, including high levels of sulfur and magnesium.
A Beginner's Guide to making your own delicious Chocolate
Basic Recipe
60% Cacao Powder
40% Butter e.g. 30% Cacao Butter, 10% Coconut Butter
Recipe 2
Cacao Butter 160g
Coconut butter 60g
Cacao Powder 190g
Carob Powder 35g
Lucuma Powder 35g
Agave Syrup 70g
Instructions
Melt the cacao butter and coconut butter in a bowl over hot water. Mix the cacao powder into the melted butters. Sweeten to taste with agave nectar. Blend in any other ingredients, as desired. The chocolate will set as the mixture cools.
The basic recipe can be adjusted as required. Add more coconut butter for a creamier chocolate paste.
100g Raw Cacao Nibs
All recipe ingredients available. Please email your requirements