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Identification & Functionality
- Ingredient Name
- Ingredient Origin
- Ingredients
- Maca
- Technologies
Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
- Food Ingredients Features
- Health Benefits
- Maca root powder is comprised of approximately 18% protein, 76.5% carbohydrates, 5% fat, and 8.5% fiber.
- It has a higher fat content than other root crops, of which linoleic acid, palmitic acid, and oleic acid are the primary fatty acids.
- Maca is also a rich source of plant sterols.
- From a mineral standpoint, maca exceeds both potatoes and carrots in value, and is a source of iron, magnesium, calcium, potassium, and iodine.
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Food & Nutrition Applications
- Uses
- Maca powder is commonly added to smoothies, used in baked goods, or added to hot and cold drinks.
- Maca powder is a desirable additive to gluten-free baking because it imparts a delicious taste while boasting a rich nutrient profile.
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