Until a few years ago, the world only knew of gold Maca. Its real name in Spanish, as well as in the Quechua language, is yellow Maca (Maca amarilla, Karwuamaca).The name gold Maca was created for commercial purposes.
Over its long history spanning 3600 years, the Andean peoples have grown 6 Maca varieties, which differ in colour: yellow, cream-white, red, violet, black and grey. There are also multicoloured fruits - the types obtained by cross-breeding all these colours. Today, the market in developed countries offers yellow, red and black types,while Serbia is lagging behind.
Website of local Peruvian Maca suppliers are full of false information, which is caused by poor translations of foreign, overly commercial texts. Hardly anyone writes about the essence, because little is known about it - when you take away the first and last word, what remains is a thousand reasons why someone should buy that particular product.
The differences in colour are very important because it indicates a particular concentration of nutrients:
YELLOW MACA
It is famous for its high nutritional content; it is a source of energy, vitality and stamina. It was the food and cure used by the nobility and warriors at the time of the ancient Inca civilisation. It was also used as an offering to the gods by the Andean peoples. It has many beneficial properties, out of which the best-known are: it increases the energy level and stamina, libido and sexual potency of both sexes, fertility of both sexes; it facilitates proper development of children, invigorates the whole body, boosts immunity, accelerates metabolism, rejuvenates the skin and hair; it is ideal food for athletes and students; it facilitates brain function and memory, reduces stress and is a natural anti-depressant.
RED MACA
In addition to the mentioned benefits of yellow Maca, recent studies have shown that red variety is effective in reducing the enlarged prostate, as well as being an excellent regenerator of bones, so it efficiently stops osteoporosis, in some cases even cures it. Nevertheless, the red variety is the women's best friend, while the black is men's. This type gives to women a complete hormonal balance, stimulates a condition ideal for conception, very effectively removes numerous consequences of PMS, affects the regularity of the period, mitigates menopausal symptoms ... In a word, it is a solution for all inconveniences women might have, coupled with an extremely strong feeling of deep serenity and satisfaction!
BLACK MACA
It is particularly famous for its beneficial effects on the brain: it stimulates memory, concentration, learning efficiency and bodily intelligence. In addition, it is the most potent variety in regard to raising energy levels and stamina, testosterone levels, potency, sexual desire and fertility in men. The greatest advantage of black Maca is the fact that it contributes to a complete peace of mind and a sense of satisfaction, which is achieved indirectly by stimulating the secretion of serotonin, the hormone of harmony and joy. Our great ace Novak Djokovic is a fan of black Maca. The black root is an absolute winner, by far the most expensive and the hardest to grow.