If you love warm drinks when it’s cooler, then hot maca chocolate is for you. It is an exciting good-for-your-hormones treat. In addition, it’s also a great substitute for your coffee; not only will it give you a gentle boost, but it has a wealth of health benefits. 

Health benefits of maca (& this hot chocolate)

Before we get to the hot maca chocolate recipe, though, let’s talk about the health benefits of maca.

1. Mental and physical energy

Incorporating maca into your daily diet can help boost your energy levels and increase endurance and stamina. What’s more, it’s ideal for athletes performing energy-demanding activities. Maca has also been shown to expand and sharpen mental memory and activity, making it an excellent remedy for fatigue. Gotta love that!

2. Menopause helper

Maca can be helpful in relieving various symptoms of menopause. It’s especially effective in alleviating hot flushes, mood swings, anxiety and depression.

3. Skin health

Adding maca to your diet can do wonders for the health of your skin. Maca has anti-inflammatory properties effective in fighting acne or blemishes. Maca can also help reduce the sensitivity of your skin.

4. Packed with nutrients

Maca is rich in vitamins, minerals, amino acids, enzymes, and antioxidants. It contains glucosinates, which are powerful antioxidants also found in cabbage, broccoli, and other cruciferous vegetables.

Knowing the multiple health benefits of maca, now you can enjoy it even more! Here is the recipe for hot maca chocolate.

Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon of maca powder
• 1 teaspoon of cacao powder
• I mug almond milk
• 1 pinch cinnamon

Toppings:

• Cacao Nibs
• Cinnamon

What To Do

1. Heat the almond milk and wait to simmer.
2. Blend it with maca and cacao powder for few seconds.
3. Then, pour the mixture into your mug.
4. Sprinkle some cinnamon and cacao on top.
5. Take a sip and enjoy its aroma and flavor.

With this simple recipe for hot maca chocolate, you can enjoy a delicious and healthy beverage. Start making maca part of your healthy diet and experience a more satisfying lifestyle. Stay healthy!

PS 70%+ dark chocolate is good for your midlife equilibrium. Not the block but a couple of squares :-).

#hormonebalancing

 

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