Raw Yellow Maca: Organic Peruvian Raw Yellow Maca Root

Raw yellow maca comes from yellow maca roots grown high in the Peruvian Andes. Yellow maca is the most common of the three major maca root colors and typically represents about 60% of the annual harvest.

Our raw yellow maca is grown in traditional maca growing regions of Peru at elevations above 14,000 feet. These high-altitude conditions of strong sunlight, wind, and cold are part of the environment where maca has been cultivated for centuries.

Raw yellow maca refers to maca that has been sun-dried and processed without high heat. Because it is not heat processed, raw maca retains the original starch content of the root and maintains its natural raw preparation style.

Yellow maca powder, capsules, and extract all begin with the same dried maca roots before being prepared into different product formats.

What Is Raw Yellow Maca?

Raw yellow maca is maca root that has been dried and processed without high-temperature cooking. The roots are typically sun-dried after harvest and then milled into powder or processed into other product forms.

Because raw maca is not heat processed, it maintains the full natural starch content of the root. Some people prefer this traditional preparation style, while others choose gelatinized maca which has been pre-cooked.

You can learn more about the differences here: Is It Safe To Eat Raw Maca?

Raw Yellow Maca vs Gelatinized Maca

Raw maca and gelatinized maca differ primarily in processing method.

• Raw maca is dried and milled without high heat.
• Gelatinized maca is pre-cooked to change the starch content of the root.

Some people prefer raw maca because it maintains the traditional raw preparation style. Others prefer gelatinized maca because it mixes easily and has a slightly different flavor profile.

If you have digestive sensitivity you may prefer gelatinized yellow maca.

Our Raw Yellow Maca Products Are

• Certified Organic
• Non-GMO
• Fair Trade
• Never heated above 105F / 40C
• Grown traditionally near Junín, Peru
• Sun dried and carefully processed
• 100% raw and vegan
• Made only from Peruvian yellow maca roots

Available In

Raw yellow maca powder (3 sizes)

Raw yellow maca powder is the most flexible way to add maca to smoothies, drinks, or recipes. Our powder is finely milled and blends easily when using a blender or shaker jar.

Raw yellow maca capsules

Our capsules contain only pure maca powder with no fillers or additives. Capsules are convenient and easy to take when traveling or when you prefer not to use powder.

Yellow maca liquid extract

Yellow maca extract provides a liquid format made using vegetable glycerin. Some customers prefer liquid extract because it is compact and easy to carry.

Frequently Asked Questions About Raw Yellow Maca

What is raw yellow maca?

Raw yellow maca is maca root that has been dried and processed without high heat. It retains the original starch content of the root and is often available as powder or capsules.

Is yellow maca the most common maca color?

Yes. Yellow maca typically represents around 60% of the annual maca harvest in Peru.

What is the difference between raw yellow maca and gelatinized maca?

Raw maca is not heat processed, while gelatinized maca has been pre-cooked. This creates different preparation styles and flavor profiles.

What forms of raw yellow maca are available?

Raw yellow maca is available in powder, capsules, and liquid extract.

Where does your raw yellow maca come from?

Our maca is grown in traditional maca farming regions of the Peruvian Andes near Junín.

The Maca Team Difference

The Maca Team is a small family-run company focused entirely on maca. Our mission is to provide fresh, organic, high-quality Peruvian maca products at fair prices.

Because our focus is exclusively on maca, we are able to work closely with farmers and offer a broad selection of carefully sourced maca products.

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