Maca Root
Lepidium meyenii
Grown where little else survives.
Maca is cultivated above 12,000 feet in the Peruvian Andes, one of the few crops able to withstand that altitude.
For centuries, Andean communities have grown maca as a staple food crop — something eaten daily, not occasionally.
Ours is sourced from Peru and dried into the root powder form that Andean households have used for generations.
A staple crop first, a tonic second.
A food crop that became a daily practice.
Indigenous Andean communities have relied on maca root as a dietary staple for centuries, prized for its ability to grow where little else could. Over time, it also took on a role as a daily tonic.
Maca root is traditionally used to support energy, stamina, and hormonal balance — a description of that historical role, not a claim about what it will do for any individual.
Traditional and modern preparation.
Traditional: Roasted and eaten, brewed as a drink, or ground into flour for baking in Andean tradition.
Modern: Powder stirred into a smoothie or coffee. Capsules taken with a meal.
Present in both I AM Vitality formats.
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If you have a thyroid condition, are pregnant or nursing, or take prescription medication, consult a healthcare provider before use.
This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Where it's grown, and how it's verified.
Sourced from the Peruvian Andes and processed in an FDA-registered facility. Every batch is third-party lab tested before it reaches a shelf.
Common questions on maca root.
How much maca root is in I AM Vitality?
300mg per serving in the powder, 160mg per capsule.
What does maca taste like?
Earthy, nutty, and slightly malty — often compared to butterscotch in its raw form.
Is maca a hormone?
No. It's a root vegetable in the brassica family, traditionally used to support hormonal balance as part of a daily practice.
Is maca a stimulant?
No. It contains no caffeine; its traditional use is tied to sustained energy, not a stimulant effect.