What is black maca?

Maca roots grow in several colors, and black is the scarcest, only a small share of any harvest. In Peru black maca is the color traditionally used for stamina, focus and physical energy. Like red maca it is an adaptogenic root, good for men and women equally; the choice between the colors is about your needs, not your gender. Incaliving Black Maca Powder is single-color, so you get 100% black maca root, not a blend.

Why Incaliving black maca is different

• Single origin, high altitude. Grown on organic farms at about 15,000 feet in the Junin region of the Andes, where maca has been cultivated for over 2,000 years.
• Sun-dried, then gelatinized. The roots dry for weeks in the Andean sun, then a gentle heat step removes the starch. Gelatinized maca is easier to digest and more concentrated. No gelatin is used; the powder is 100% vegan.
• Packaged at the source and flown. Filled and sealed on our farm in Peru, then shipped by air to Florida. Fresher than maca that spends weeks at sea.
• Certified organic, non-GMO, gluten free, paleo friendly, BPA-free pouch.

How to use black maca powder

One teaspoon (5 g) a day is a good start. Black maca has a bolder, maltier flavor than red or yellow, so it is at its best in chocolate or peanut butter smoothies, coffee, oatmeal or energy balls. Try our Peanut Butter Banana Black Maca Smoothie on the blog.

Nutrition

Serving size 1 teaspoon (5 g). About 50 servings per pouch. Ingredients: 100% gelatinized organic Peruvian black maca root powder. Store in a cool, dry place.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between black maca and regular maca? Regular or yellow maca is the most common color and the mildest. Black maca is rarer and is traditionally used for stamina, focus and energy. Red maca is traditionally used for balance and calm. All colors work for men and women alike. If you want all three, choose our Triple Maca Powder.

Is black maca only for men? No. Maca is an adaptogen and works the same way in men and women. Women take black maca for energy, focus and workouts just as men do.

Is this raw maca? No. It is gelatinized, which we believe is the better choice for daily use. Read why on our blog post about raw versus gelatinized maca.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.