The different colours of maca (red maca, black maca and yellow maca) each have different properties that need to be used in the right ratios depending on the condition being treated. Yellow maca root is the most abundant form of maca (65%), it is more mild than the other colours and is traditionally used to build resilience and bring balance to master glands. Yellow maca powder benefits those with hormonal imbalances, thyroid dysfunction, adrenal fatigue, stress, burnout and for general health and well-being.

Red maca root is more rare (25%) than yellow maca and saved for acute treatment of constitutional imbalances or alleviating more chronic conditions. Red maca benefits conditions such as specific hormonal imbalances (including PMS and menopause), anxiety, adrenal fatigue, weakened bones, poor circulation, inflammation and autoimmunity, prostate function in men and can enhance fertility in women.

Black maca root is the rarest form of maca (10%) and is thought to be the most sacred and saved for acute treatment of constitutional insufficiencies or chonic health conditions. Black maca benefits cognitive capacity (brain fog), brain function, physical energy, mental focus, mental health (as a natural antidepressant), physical performance, male fertility, sexual function and libido.

As women and men have very different hormonal cycles and requirements it makes sense that they also have different requirements when it comes to their Maca powder. From understanding the sacred traditions of Maca, the energetic properties of the different colours and the needs of women and men we have formulated the perfect Maca powder blend to bring internal harmony back to your body. One specifically designed for women and one for men, try it today to optimise your natural hormones.

There is a lot of debate about the impact of taking Maca on thyroid function all based on the fact that it is a cruciferous vegetable. Some cruciferous vegetables can inhibit thyroid function in some rare cases, however this is only a consideration that would need to be taken for those who consume Maca raw. Maca has always been cooked traditionally which protects the thyroid and changes the medicinal properties of the root. We only sell pre-cooked or 'activated' Maca which is completely thyroid safe and in the form it has been consumed for centuries. Our thyroid safe activated Maca can also be taken alongside thyroid medications without any contraindications and may act to benefit those struggling with thyroid issues by enhancing their energy, vitality and metabolic function. For those looking to enhance their thyroid function we recommend our activated yellow Maca, Maca nibs or chocolate Maca blend.