​​High up in the mountains of Peru grows a root that is a cous | factsabouthealth

​​High up in the mountains of Peru grows a root that is a cousin to the radish and parsnip; Maca Root.

 The Peruvians have used Maca for years as a food source as well as a medicinal source. Maca Root comes in a variety of colours; including black, white, red and yellow.

 In the last few years, Maca Root has gained popularity around the globe due to its high nutritional make-up and its specific healing properties. It is most cherished for the energy enhancing properties and its “mood balancing” support.

 Specifically, Maca Root contains:
• Phytonutrients
• Amino Acids
• Fatty Acids
• Trace Minerals
• Phytohormones

 Phytonutrients are special compounds found in plants that help protect the plant from disease and pests. In the body, phytonutrients release antioxidants, anti-inflammatory and liver cleansing support. Amino Acids make up a large portion of our cells and combine together to form proteins. These proteins give life to our cells and transport nutrients to all of our organs as well as healing properties whenever we are injured or sick.