A natural energy boost
may support physical performance⁸ ⁴
May support libido
in both men and women. ² ³ ⁴ ⁵ ⁶ ⁷
Suitable for a variety of applications
including syrups, gummies, sachets, capsules and beverages
Responsibly and reliably sourced
sustainably harvested by hand in Central Peru
Several clinical studies have reported positive effects of Maca consumption on libido. In menopausal women, some studies indicate that Maca may support sexual desire, indicated by self-reported questionnaire.² ³ In addition, Maca was shown to improve sexual desire in various healthy male populations.⁴ ⁵ ⁶ ⁷ Preliminary research further indicates it may improve overall energy levels and physical performance.⁴ ⁸
Among Maca’s active compounds, macamides and macaenes are the most widely researched.¹¹ Some pre-clinical evidence indicates that these compounds may support sexual hormone levels and attenuate oxidative stress during exercise-induced fatigue.¹²
At Givaudan, we collaborate with our suppliers to source all ingredients in accordance with the principles of our Sourcing4Good programme, which promotes responsible practices across our supply chains, while improving both producer livelihoods and the environmental footprints of our products. Our Maca root is grown and harvested sustainably by hand on the Junin plateau in Central Peru. The Maca root is sun dried and processed locally (cut and packed). Leaves are left on the ground as natural fertiliser and livestock feed. With a fully traceable supply chain, it is also available in organic grade. We ensure traceability up to the field level and are able to ensure quality through the implementation of good agricultural practices and careful follow up by our local purchasing team. Our supplier engages with the local population to make mutual decisions on yearly production and supply, preserving traditional agricultural practices and ensuring fair wages. They also support the local community with dental care, education and local activities.
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Generally considered healthier and more nutritious than the other main cereals, oats offer a full range of benefits in a single ingredient. OatWell™ can be provided in three different concentrations of beta-glucans, all delivering both soluble and insoluble fibres, along with an average of 21% - 23% protein.
OatWell™ uses a unique production process to fractionate the oat kernel into three product lines: beta-glucan products, oat flours, and oat oils. Our production process preserves the native structure of oat beta-glucans, retaining their high molecular weight during fractionation into oat brans with a high amount of beta-glucans.
The molecular weight of oat beta-glucan is essential to delivering health benefits. OatWell™'s beta-glucan has a very high molecular weight (2000-2500 kDa as naturally found in oats), which contributes to its unique viscosity and thickening properties. This viscosity has an important impact on physiological functions, such as reducing blood cholesterol levels, moderating blood glucose and insulin levels, and potentially benefiting satiety.
Benefits of OatWell’s high molecular weight:
The prebiotic effects of oat bran fibre have been validated through years of research. In a review by Malkki and Virtanen, they cite: “in the large bowel, soluble dietary fibre increases the fermentation activity, especially production of butyric acid, enhances growth and colonisation of some probiotic bacterial strains, increases production of microbial mass and thereby aids the removal of nitrogen via faeces. It also increases wet weight of stools, thereby alleviating constipation”.²¹
Research conducted on oat beta-glucan demonstrates that it meets three important criteria, confirming its status as a prebiotic fibre:¹ ²
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