One question - and concern - that comes up with regard to maca sometimes relates to its “hormone content.” Does maca root contain hormones, and if so, how does it impact yours?Fret not - maca root doe … read more

Whether you’re one of the 800,000 Americans living with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis or Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or simply struggling to keep up with the demands of everyday life, lately it seems like it … read more

Did you know that nearly one in every one hundred Americans suffer from hyperthyroidism? Hyperthyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland makes too much thyroid hormone, speeding up the body’s metabolism … read more

In 2003, the highest UV index ever recorded was a 43.3 at the top of the Licancabur Volcano in the Andes. In fact, the Andes as a whole are known for their extreme climate, with consistently record-br … read more

Maca root is a cruciferous vegetable of the family Brassiceae indigenous to the Andes, where it grows and thrives at extreme altitudes under some of the most intense conditions on the planet. Related … read more

Previously, we’ve discussed reasons why you might want to consider adding black maca root to your diet. But there are three colors of maca root, each with its own associated unique benefits. Today, we … read more

Today, it’s easy and convenient to purchase any of the three colors of maca root you’d like: red, yellow, or black. Each color is associated with its own reported unique benefits, ranging from giving … read more

In 2002, the country of Peru passed a new piece of legislation: restricting the export of maca root from its borders. The law would forbid the removal of whole maca root plants and seeds from the coun … read more