8oz Powder POWERFUL ADAPTOGEN*: Peruvian, gelatinized, certified organic, sun-dried maca root (Lepidium meyenii). Sometimes referred to as “Peruvian ginseng” (though not related to the true ginseng group), maca grows in the harsh and extreme conditions of the Andes Mountains of central Peru. The uniqueness of Peruvian maca is the fact that it is cultivated agriculturally at the highest elevations on Earth of any crop, between 13,000 and 14,800 feet (4,000 and 4,500 meters above sea level). Maca has been consumed for centuries in the Andes and has had a sacred recognition amongst the indigenous peoples since pre-Incan times. GELATINIZATION PROCESS: The maca gelatinization processes came about in the 1990s in order to make “raw” maca powder, a cruciferous root, easier to digest. Boiling and pressurization is used to greatly reduce the starch content thus creating a more concentrated maca than “raw” maca. Thus, gelatinized maca can be easier to digest than “raw” maca for those who experience digestive issues consuming “raw” maca. VITAL HEALTH BENEFITS: Adaptogens, by definition, are powerful botanical allies which work on supporting the HPA (hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal) axis helping us to adapt to different kinds of occasional stressors thereby supporting our innate resiliency and state of balance in persons with an already balanced HPA axis.*. Adaptogens are also known to support the endocrine and immune system thereby maintaining one’s inner vigor and energy levels in individuals with already healthy endocrine and immune function.* HARD-CORE STANDARDS: Certified organic by the Oregon Tilth Certification Organization (OTCO). Vegan and gluten-free. Our ingredient sourcing standards include lab testing for GMOs (genetically modified organisms) and pesticides residues which ensures purity and quality. No fillers, binders, flow agents. Products are lab tested for botanical identity, heavy metals, microbiological activity, and gluten. PREMIUM GLASS PACKAGING: Product packaged in recyclable amber glass bottle which includes a robust oxygen absorber and use of airtight metal lid. HIGHEST MANUFACTURING STANDARDS: Our sister manufacturing facility, located in Tempe, Arizona, is a NSF certified facility committed to the highest manufacturing standards. The facility is FDA registered, and our products follow organic, vegan and gluten-free compliance. * 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.
