Maca comes from Andes Mountains of Peru. Because of that it has to resist significant temperature changes, strong sun, snow or droughts. Maca root resembles beetroot and consists mainly of carbohydrates and proteins. Maca root contains 20 various fatty acids, 19 amino acids (of which eight are essential), wide range of minerals and vitamins. Maca root is also often used to promote sexual function and boost libido. And that’s a nice benefit on top of it all :).