Black Maca Root | Rarest Maca Variety | Cognitive Wellness, Vitality & Adaptogenic Support

The rarest and most antioxidant-rich Maca variety — specifically researched for cognitive wellness and athletic performance. Black Maca Root Capsules by Food4Hope & Purple Cushhh deliver 100% pure Black Lepidium meyenii (Peruvian Ginseng) — the rarest of the three Maca varieties (red, yellow, black), providing the highest antioxidant content and the most extensively researched profile for cognitive wellness and physical performance. Supporting healthy cognitive function and mental clarity, healthy vitality and physical stamina, healthy hormonal balance, healthy reproductive wellness, healthy bone wellness, healthy mood and stress resilience, and overall adaptogenic vitality. 4–6 capsules daily (2 capsules, 2–3 times daily). 60 capsules.

A partnership between Food4Hope and Purple Cushhh. Imported and held to premium quality standards. Award-winning brand in the MEA market, now available to the US.

Why Black Maca? The Rarest Maca Variety

Of the three Maca varieties — red, yellow, and black — Black Maca is the rarest, comprising only a small percentage of the annual Maca harvest. Black Maca provides:

• Highest antioxidant content of all three Maca varieties
• Most extensively researched for cognitive wellness and memory support
• Most researched for athletic performance and physical stamina wellness
• Richest macamide and macaene profile — unique bioactive compounds found only in Maca
• Distinctive nutty flavour — compared to roasted soya beans

Grown at 4,000–4,500m altitude in the Andes mountains of Peru for over 2,000 years — Black Maca is the most prized variety for its superior bioactive compound profile.

Black Maca's Unique Bioactive Compounds

• Macamides — unique fatty acid amides found only in Maca; primary compounds supporting healthy vitality and hormonal wellness
• Macaenes — unique polyunsaturated fatty acids found only in Maca; supporting healthy energy and cognitive wellness
• Glucosinolates — shared with broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables; supporting healthy hormonal balance and cellular wellness.
• Flavonoids — supporting healthy mood wellness and antioxidant protection
• Glutathione & SOD support — supporting healthy endogenous antioxidant production

Key Wellness Benefits

Healthy Cognitive Function, Memory & Mental Clarity — Black Maca's Primary Differentiator
Research has specifically identified Black Maca as the most effective Maca variety for supporting healthy memory function, healthy learning capacity, healthy cognitive performance, and overall mental clarity — attributed to its unique macamide and macaene content and superior antioxidant profile. Particularly valued by students, professionals, and those prioritizing cognitive wellness.

Healthy Athletic Performance & Physical Stamina Wellness
Research has specifically identified Black Maca as the most effective Maca variety for supporting healthy athletic performance, healthy stamina and endurance, healthy physical energy, and overall performance wellness — without caffeine or stimulants.

Healthy Vitality & Energy Wellness
Black Maca supports healthy energy levels and overall vitality through healthy adrenal function support and healthy hormonal balance — providing sustained energy wellness without stimulants.

Healthy Hormonal Balance & Reproductive Wellness
Black Maca's unique macamide and glucosinolate content supports healthy hormonal balance in both men and women — supporting healthy reproductive wellness, healthy hormonal function, and overall endocrine wellness. Research has explored Black Maca's role in supporting healthy male reproductive wellness including healthy sperm parameters.

Healthy Menopausal Transition Wellness
Research has explored Black Maca's role in supporting healthy hormonal balance during the menopausal transition — supporting healthy mood wellness, healthy energy, healthy sleep quality, and overall comfort during this natural life stage. Black Maca does not contain phytoestrogens but supports healthy endocrine function through its unique adaptogenic mechanism.

Healthy Bone Wellness
Black Maca's high mineral content (calcium, magnesium, phosphorus) supports healthy bone density, healthy bone formation, and overall skeletal wellness — particularly important for women during hormonal transitions and active individuals.

Healthy Muscle & Skin Wellness
Black Maca's complete amino acid profile supports healthy muscle protein synthesis, healthy muscle recovery, healthy skin wellness, and overall cellular vitality.

Powerful Antioxidant & Cellular Protection — Highest of All Maca Varieties
Black Maca provides the highest antioxidant content of all three Maca varieties — supporting healthy endogenous antioxidant production (glutathione and SOD), comprehensive cellular protection from everyday free radical and oxidative stress, and overall healthy ageing wellness.

Adaptogenic Stress Resilience & Mood Wellness
As a well-established adaptogen, Black Maca supports healthy stress resilience, healthy adrenal function, healthy mood wellness, and overall emotional wellness — helping the body maintain healthy balance during physical and mental stress.

Why Choose Purple Cushhh Black Maca Root Capsules?

• Rarest Maca variety — highest antioxidant content of all three Maca varieties
• Most extensively researched Maca variety for cognitive wellness and athletic performance
• Macamides and macaenes — unique bioactive compounds found only in Maca
• 100% pure Black Maca Root Powder (Lepidium meyenii) from the Peruvian Andes
• Over 2,000 years of traditional Andean use
• Supports healthy cognitive function, vitality, hormonal balance, and antioxidant protection
• Convenient capsule format — no earthy taste
• No artificial additives, fillers, or preservatives
• Suitable for men, women, and children (adjusted dosing)
• 60 capsules
  
• Imported and formulated to premium quality standards
• Award-winning brand in the MEA market, now available to the US

How to Use

Adults: Take 2 capsules 2–3 times daily (4–6 capsules total per day) with water on an empty stomach. Taking 30 minutes before meals is ideal.

Children under 12: 1 capsule daily with water, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.

Best time: Morning and/or afternoon for energy and cognitive wellness support. Avoid taking late in the evening as Maca's energizing properties may affect sleep for some individuals.

Best results: Consistent daily use for 6–12 weeks provides optimal adaptogenic wellness benefits. Start with the lower dose and increase gradually as tolerated.

⚠️ Important Safety Information

Do NOT use if you: are pregnant • are breastfeeding.

Generally very well-tolerated. Keep out of reach of children (except for age-appropriate dosing). Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.