What Are Macaenes and Macamides?

If you’ve done your research, you know that maca is chock-full of nutrients that nourish your body in a variety of ways. From amino acids to vitamins, minerals, and sterols, there are so many things that make maca root good for you. In our last post we talked about glucosinolates, anti-inflammatory and cancer-fighting compounds in […]

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Maca and Glucosinolates

In previous posts, we’ve gone into extensive detail on the nutritional values of maca root – namely, the broad list of vitamins and minerals that make maca root so good for you. Maca root is, as many have dubbed it, a “nutritional powerhouse” full of what your body needs to operate at its best. But […]

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Why Purchase Maca Capsules?

Why should you consider buying maca capsules? Maca powder is the most economical option, but it also has the potential to be messy, and is inconvenient for travel. Maca liquid extract is much more portable, but if you’re planning to fly you’ll have to chance packing it into a checked bag. And toting a glass […]

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What is Maca Extract?

If you’ve been shopping for maca products for a while, you’re probably used to browsing maca powders and maca capsules. Liquid maca extracts are less common on the market, and you may be wondering what makes The Maca Team’s maca extracts so special. When should you consider buying liquid maca extract? Let’s look at some […]

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Why Should You Buy Maca Powder?

If you’ve spent much time navigating The Maca Team’s site, you’ve noticed that we offer our maca root in a wide variety of formulations. Maca isn’t a “one size fits all” product, and we believe everyone should be able to find a way to enjoy maca root that works right for them.So what are some […]

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Farm to Table: How Our Maca Root Reaches You

The Maca Team offers a wide variety of maca root products, from raw maca root powder to gelatinized maca root chips, the closest thing you’ll get to whole maca root straight from Peru. Whether you’re purchasing our liquid maca extract or maca root capsules, you’re getting the freshest organic, Peruvian-grown maca root products available. That’s […]

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Maca Root and Thyroid Health

Maca and Thyroid Questions: What to Know Before Adding Maca
If you are managing thyroid concerns or taking thyroid medication, it makes sense to be careful before adding any new food, herb, or supplement to your routine. Maca is a traditional root food from the high Andes of Peru, and many adults use it as part […]

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How Does Maca Root Fit Into Your Diet?

One of the most intimidating parts of changing your diet is figuring out where to start. Adding maca to your routine might seem much the same. If you’ve browsed our website, you’ve probably noticed that you can purchase our organic maca root products in a number of formulations, ranging from raw powdered maca root to […]

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Is Maca Root a Good Source of Vitamins?

Spring is on the horizon, but the winter months haven’t released their hold on us just yet. It’s important during these longer, darker days of the year to stay on top of your diet, as winter holidays mean poor eating habits, and less sunlight and outdoor activities can take their toll on the body. It’s […]

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Why is Peruvian Maca Root the Best Maca Available?

In case you hadn’t noticed, we make a point of stressing that the maca root used in all of our products is exclusively Peruvian-grown. To be specific, the maca root chips and powder we make available at www.themacateam.com/ comes from the Junin plateau region of the Peruvian Andes, where it’s grown by a local co-op of […]

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