Maca powder is an versatile and exceptionally nutrient-dense food extract made from the root of the Peruvian maca, which has been cultivated in Peru for thousands of years.Its benefits have long been treasured – considered by some to be a powerful adaptogen (a natural substance that many believe can help the body adapt to stress).It is a natural, nutrient-dense food extract made from the root of the Lepidium Meyenii – a tuber crop that’s native to the high Andes of Peru. The root, which is somewhat similar in appearance to a small turnip or radish, is the most prized part of the maca, a hardy plant that flourishes at extreme altitudes and is thus especially suited to organic cultivation. IngredientsOrganic-certified Maca Powder. Directions For UseMaca is very tasty in combination with raw cacao because the two super foods enhance the taste of each other. Stir 1 to 2 tablespoons (8 to 16 grams) daily into your favourite smoothie, lassi or juice. Build up the dosage of Maca gradually so your body can slowly get used to it. With daily use, it is recommended to stop taking it for one week per month. A bag of Maca Powder contains 250 or 500 grams, so you can do up to 62 days with one bag, depending on how much you use daily.This product is no substitute for a healthy and varied diet.