{"product_id":"organic-black-maca-800mg-gelatinized-lepidium-meyenii-energy-and-vitality-150-vcaps","title":"Organic Black Maca 800mg | Gelatinized | Lepidium meyenii | Energy and Vitality | 150 Vcaps","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOrganic Black Maca 800mg | Gelatinized | Lepidium meyenii Hypocotyl | Organic Pullulan Capsule | 150 Vegan Capsules\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e800mg of certified organic gelatinized black maca hypocotyl (Lepidium meyenii Walp.) per organic pullulan capsule. Gelatinized: starch removed through heat and pressure for improved digestibility and concentrated bioactives. Black maca variety. Certified organic by Pro-Cert. Health Canada licensed NPN 80036489. Adult males only. Made in Canada under the InkaMaca brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic gelatinized black maca 800mg per capsule\u003c\/strong\u003e Lepidium meyenii Walp., hypocotyl | Starch removed | Black maca variety | Certified organic by Pro-Cert\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHealth Canada licensed NPN 80036489\u003c\/strong\u003e Adult males only\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGelatinized for improved digestibility\u003c\/strong\u003e Starch removed through heat and pressure | More concentrated bioactives per gram than raw maca powder | Traditional Andean cooking method replicated\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMacamides and macaenes\u003c\/strong\u003e Bioactive compounds unique to Lepidium meyenii | Found only in maca hypocotyl\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic pullulan capsule\u003c\/strong\u003e Fermentation derived polysaccharide | Lower oxygen permeability than hypromellose | Certified organic | No gelatin\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeaweed extract flow agent\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant derived | Vegan\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertified organic by Pro-Cert\u003c\/strong\u003e Maca and capsule shell | Grown without synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNon GMO | Gluten free | Soy free | Dairy free\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in Canada\u003c\/strong\u003e GMP certified facility under Health Canada oversight\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e150 capsules\u003c\/strong\u003e At 4 capsules per day (2 capsules twice daily)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBefore You Purchase\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is for adult males only. Consult a healthcare practitioner before use if you suffer from any psychological disorder or condition such as frequent anxiety or depression, if you have high blood pressure, if you are taking blood thinners, or if you are taking antidepressants. Maca belongs to the Brassicaceae family and contains glucosinolates; individuals with thyroid conditions should consult a healthcare practitioner before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGelatinized vs Raw Maca: Why It Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the most important distinction between this formula and a standard raw maca powder capsule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRaw maca hypocotyl contains approximately 60 to 75% starch by dry weight. This starch can be difficult to digest, particularly in raw powder form, and can cause gastrointestinal discomfort in some individuals. In Peru, maca is traditionally consumed cooked rather than raw, because cooking breaks down the starch and improves digestibility. Gelatinization replicates this traditional cooking process through a controlled heat and pressure treatment that gelatinizes and removes the starch from the maca.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a more digestible, more concentrated maca product. Removing the starch increases the relative proportion of bioactive compounds per gram, including macamides, macaenes, glucosinolates, and alkaloids. Gelatinized maca is gentler on the stomach, more suitable for individuals with sensitive digestive systems, and delivers a higher effective concentration of bioactive compounds per capsule than raw maca powder at the same milligram dose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Black Maca?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMaca hypocotyls come in a range of colours. The three main commercial varieties are yellow (approximately 60% of the harvest), red (approximately 25%), and black (approximately 15%). Black maca is the rarest. The colour differences reflect differences in the phytochemical profile of each variety, particularly in their anthocyanin and glucosinolate distributions. In traditional Andean use, black maca was associated with stamina and physical endurance. Black maca has been specifically studied in the scientific literature for its energy and vitality supporting properties. All varieties share the same species (Lepidium meyenii Walp.) and the same plant part (hypocotyl). The Health Canada NPN 80036489 licence covers maca hypocotyl generically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMacamides and Macaenes: Unique to Lepidium meyenii\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary bioactive compounds associated with maca's properties are macamides and macaenes, a group of benzylated fatty acids and their amides that are unique to Lepidium meyenii and are not found in any other plant. Macamides are N-benzyl fatty acid amides. Macaenes are their corresponding fatty acid precursors. These compounds are found exclusively in the maca hypocotyl and are the primary marker compounds used to assess maca quality and authenticity. Gelatinization concentrates these compounds relative to raw maca powder by removing the starch fraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy an Organic Pullulan Capsule?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMost supplement capsules use hypromellose (HPMC), a semi-synthetic cellulose derivative. This formula uses an organic pullulan capsule. Pullulan is a polysaccharide produced by fermentation of the fungus Aureobasidium pullulans. It is plant derived, vegan, and certified organic. Pullulan capsules have significantly lower oxygen permeability than HPMC capsules, providing better protection for oxygen sensitive contents. The organic pullulan capsule is consistent with the organic certification of the maca ingredient and the overall clean label positioning of this formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMedicinal Ingredient (per capsule)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic Maca (Lepidium meyenii Walp., hypocotyl) 800mg\u003c\/strong\u003e Gelatinized | Black maca variety | Certified organic by Pro-Cert | NPN 80036489\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon medicinal ingredients: Magnesium stearate, organic pullulan capsule, seaweed extract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eQuality and Trust\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNPN 80036489\u003c\/strong\u003e Licensed by Health Canada as a Natural Health Product\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in Canada\u003c\/strong\u003e GMP certified facility under Health Canada oversight\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertified organic by Pro-Cert\u003c\/strong\u003e Maca and capsule shell\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGelatinized\u003c\/strong\u003e Starch removed | Improved digestibility | Concentrated bioactives\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack maca variety\u003c\/strong\u003e Rarest variety, approximately 15% of harvest\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic pullulan capsule\u003c\/strong\u003e Low oxygen permeability | Fermentation derived | Vegan\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeaweed extract\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant derived flow agent\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNon GMO | Gluten free | Soy free | Dairy free\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e150 capsules\u003c\/strong\u003e At 4 capsules per day (2 capsules twice daily)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdult males seeking certified organic gelatinized black maca hypocotyl for improved digestibility and concentrated bioactives from a Health Canada licensed formula\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThose who have experienced digestive discomfort with raw maca powder and want the gelatinized form\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThose who want an organic pullulan capsule rather than a standard hypromellose capsule, for lower oxygen permeability and full organic certification throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdults who have reviewed the cautions and, where applicable, discussed maca supplementation with their healthcare practitioner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdult males: Take 2 capsules 2 times per day (4 capsules total per day). Each daily dose provides 3,200mg of organic gelatinized black maca hypocotyl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety and Cautions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsult a healthcare practitioner before use if you suffer from any psychological disorder or condition such as frequent anxiety or depression, if you have high blood pressure, if you are taking blood thinners, or if you are taking antidepressants. Maca belongs to the Brassicaceae family and contains glucosinolates; individuals with thyroid conditions should consult a healthcare practitioner before use. Keep out of reach of children. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Do not use if the seal is broken or missing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNPN 80036489. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. 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