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Maca Adaptogen Blend For Stress

A powdered herbal blend combining Red Maca with ashwagandha, astragalus, eleuthero, and licorice root for adding to smoothies and other recipes.

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A big thanks to Megan of Growing Up Herbal for writing and sharing this Maca adaptogen blend with us. Megan is a Registered Nurse and Family Herbalist, and created this simple powdered blend using Red Maca along with several other herbs traditionally described as adaptogens.

The finished mixture can be stored in a jar and added by the teaspoon to smoothies, oatmeal, drinks, or other recipes.

Red Maca adaptogen powder blend with herbs

Red Maca Adaptogen Herbal Blend

A powdered herbal blend made with Red Maca, ashwagandha, astragalus, eleuthero, and licorice root.

Recipe Type
Herbal Blend
Maca
4 Tbsp.
Serving
1 tsp. Blend
Storage
Sealed Glass Jar

Ingredients

  • 4 Tbsp. Red Maca root powder
  • 2 Tbsp. ashwagandha root powder
  • 2 Tbsp. astragalus root powder
  • 2 Tbsp. eleuthero root powder
  • 1 Tbsp. licorice root powder

Instructions

  1. Measure all of the powdered herbs into a bowl or clean glass jar.
  2. Mix thoroughly until the powders are evenly combined.
  3. Transfer to a glass jar with a tight-fitting lid and label the container.
  4. Use 1 tsp. of the finished herbal blend per serving in a smoothie, oatmeal, drink, or other recipe.

About this herbal blend: Megan originally shared this as an adaptogenic blend and noted that she especially liked it for families. Because it contains several concentrated herbs, including ashwagandha and licorice root, suitability can vary from person to person.

For children or regular use: If you are considering this blend for a child, during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or while taking medications, it is a good idea to discuss the complete herbal combination with an appropriate healthcare professional first.

Finished Red Maca and adaptogenic herb powder blend

Recipe credit: Many thanks to Megan of Growing Up Herbal for creating and sharing this herbal blend with The Maca Team.

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