9 Reasons Why Maca Powder is Awesome

Have you heard of maca powder?

Chances are if you’ve tried it, you’re already obsessed with the stuff. Easy for adding to smoothies and raw healthy treats, maca is packed with nutrients and health benefits, as well as some natural medicinal properties. Because maca is such an incredible superfood, I thought I would devote a post to it and share some recipes with you in the future.

Here’s the skinny:

Maca is a root vegetable related to radishes and is native to Peru. While I’ve never seen a fresh maca root, it is easy to find in powder form. I’ve been adding maca to my smoothies for a couple of years now. It adds a rich, nutty, and creamy flavor – kind of similar to the flavor vanilla protein powder. You can get maca powder from many natural food stores, but I buy mine online. I’ve tried numerous brands, and have recently become obsessed with Giddy Yoyo’s maca powder .

Let’s dive into the wonderful world of maca and discover 9 reasons why it is so awesome!

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