About Maca Extract Capsules

Our Maca Extract Capsules deliver 5% macamides, the active compounds that give maca its distinctive effects on energy, mood, and arousal. Standardized to contain over 8x higher macamide content than typical extracts, this potent Lepidium meyenii extract supports endocannabinoid activity through FAAH inhibition and CB1 receptor activation for a smooth, uplifting experience that starts working within 30 minutes.

Our Maca Extract Story

We spent years searching for a maca extract that could deliver the legendary effects Peruvians have celebrated for centuries. Extract after extract disappointed us and our beta-testers with lackluster potency and minimal effects. The problem was clear: most commercial maca extracts contain less than 0.6% macamides, far too little to produce meaningful endocannabinoid activity.

Our current source changed everything. This 5% macamide extract impressed every single beta-tester on first dose, producing the rapid mood elevation and smooth energy boost that makes maca so prized. By standardizing to this exceptional macamide concentration, we finally created a maca extract worthy of this remarkable Andean root's reputation for enhancing vitality and well-being.

Benefits

• Enhances Energy Levels: Herbs for energy like maca work rapidly, with noticeable effects beginning within 30 minutes as the 5% macamides support sustained vitality without the crash associated with stimulants.
• Promotes A Positive Mood: The macamides inhibit FAAH enzyme and activate CB1 receptors, increasing levels of mood-supporting endocannabinoids like anandamide and 2-AG for uplifting effects that can turn around a difficult day.
• Enhances Sexual Well-Being: Maca's traditional reputation for supporting arousal stems from its unique combination of neurotransmitter effects and enhanced blood flow, creating optimal conditions for intimate wellness.
• Promotes A Sense Of Calm: The endocannabinoid-like activity of macamides provides gentle relaxation without sedation, creating a balanced state where energy and tranquility coexist.

Maca's cruciferous vegetable compounds provide additional antioxidant support, while its isothiocyanates offer protective benefits similar to those found in broccoli and other members of the cabbage family.

Quality and Standardization

• 5% Macamides Standardization: Our maca extract is standardized to deliver exactly 5% macamides through HPLC analysis, providing over 8x higher active compound concentration than typical maca extracts that contain only 0.6% macamides.
• Premium Lepidium meyenii Source: We source our maca from the traditional growing regions of the Peruvian highlands where adaptogens like maca develop their highest potency and macamide content.
• Third-Party Lab Verification: Every batch undergoes comprehensive identity and purity testing at our third-party labs to ensure consistent macamide levels and absence of contaminants.
• N-Alkylamide Compound Profile: Our extract contains the full spectrum of bioactive N-alkylamide compounds naturally found in maca root, maintaining the traditional synergistic effects profile that has been used for centuries in Peru.

Mechanism of Action

• FAAH Enzyme Inhibition: The macamides in our maca extract block fatty acid amide hydrolase (FAAH), the enzyme responsible for breaking down endocannabinoids like anandamide, 2-arachidonoylglycerol (2-AG), and palmitoylethanolamide (PEA), allowing these mood-regulating compounds to accumulate naturally in your system.
• Direct CB1 Receptor Activation: Beyond enzyme inhibition, macamides directly bind to and activate CB1 cannabinoid receptors in the brain, mimicking the action of your body's own endocannabinoids to promote feelings of wellbeing and relaxation.
• Enhanced Endocannabinoid Signaling: The combination of FAAH inhibition and CB1 activation creates a synergistic boost to your endocannabinoid system, which plays a crucial role in regulating mood, energy, pain perception, and arousal responses.
• Isothiocyanate Activity: As a member of the cruciferous vegetable family, maca also provides beneficial isothiocyanate compounds similar to those found in broccoli, supporting cellular health through antioxidant pathways independent of the macamide effects.

Overview of the Science

The macamides in our extract demonstrate neuroprotective effects through their unique ability to protect mitochondrial function in neural tissue [1]. Research has shown these compounds can help maintain cellular energy production at the mitochondrial level, which may explain maca's reputation for supporting sustained energy without the typical peaks and crashes associated with other stimulants. The macamides' structural similarity to endocannabinoids allows them to modulate multiple pathways simultaneously, creating a synergistic effect that supports both physical energy and mental clarity.

Beyond their direct effects on energy metabolism, macamides appear to support the body's natural stress response systems. The 5% concentration in our extract provides significant bioactive compounds that work through the endocannabinoid system to promote resilience during periods of physical or mental demand. This dual action on both energy production and stress response makes maca particularly valuable for individuals seeking comprehensive vitality supplements that address multiple aspects of well-being simultaneously.

[1] Gugnani KS et al. Toxicol Appl Pharmacol. 2018;340:67-76.

Ingredients

Maca Extract (Lepidium meyenii):

• 200mg per capsule
• Standardized to 5% macamides by HPLC
• 10mg macamides per serving

This 5% macamides standardization represents a significant advancement in maca supplement quality. Most commercial maca extracts contain only 0.6% macamides, making our extract over 8 times more potent in the active compounds responsible for maca's energizing and mood-supporting effects. The HPLC standardization ensures consistent potency across every batch, delivering the reliable macamide concentration needed for noticeable benefits. This level of concentration allows for lower serving sizes while maintaining the traditional effects that have made maca a staple in hormone support and vitality supplements for centuries.