Maca Powder 100 g, 50 g, 25 g

Maca – 100 g ($21.99), 50 g ($13.99), 25 g ($9.99)

Benefits:

Libido  Studies suggest that maca root may help increase libido. The most well-known benefit of maca root is its potential to increase libido. There is some scientific evidence to support this claim.

For example, an older study from 2002 found that men who took 1.5 or 3 grams of maca per day experienced increased libido compared to those who received a placebo. A 2010 review of studies on maca and sexual functioning found some evidence to suggest maca could improve libido, but the authors cautioned that more research is required. A 2015 study found that maca root may help reduce sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal women who were taking an antidepressant.

Maca root could also have benefits for people with erectile dysfunction (ED). A small study in 2009 looked at the effect of consuming 2.4g of maca root per day for 12 weeks on participants’ perception of their general and sexual well-being. The study participants were males with mild ED. Those taking maca root experienced a more significant increase in sexual well-being than those taking a placebo.

It’s still unclear whether maca has any real benefit for treating low libido, sexual dysfunction, or infertility in either males or females. The available studies have shown mixed results.

While many studies on maca have not been conducted on human subjects, they suggest it may benefit males with low sexual desire or libido. A 2019 study suggests combining maca with Chinese chive seed (Allium tuberosum) improved erectile dysfunction in male mice. A 2020 study suggests that taking 2 grams (g) of maca per day for 12 weeks may significantly improve sperm concentration compared with a placebo treatment. However, they didn’t find a significant difference in sperm motility between the treatment and placebo groups.

One older 2015 study of 45 females with antidepressant-induced sexual dysfunction also suggests that taking 3,000 milligrams (mg) of maca root per day for 12 weeks significantly improved sexual function and libido compared with a placebo. However, larger studies in humans are still needed to investigate the effects of maca on female libido and sexual function.

Energy and Endurance  Some athletes and bodybuilders use maca root as a supplement to increase energy and performance. Some evidence exists to support this.

A pilot study in 2009 found that using maca extract for 14 days improved performance for male cyclists in a 40-kilometer time trial. However, the results were not significantly different from the improvement seen in those taking a placebo. However, the same study found that maca extract improved libido in the participants who used it. However, the sample size of this study was very small, so more research is needed to confirm the results.

Fertility  Another widespread use of maca root is to increase fertility, particularly in men. A 2016 review found some evidence that maca root may increase semen quality in both fertile and infertile men. However, more research is needed.

Mood  Maca contains flavonoids, which are thought to improve mood and reduce anxiety. A study in 14 postmenopausal women found that maca may reduce feelings of anxiety and depression. Also, a 2015 study found that maca could reduce symptoms of depression in Chinese postmenopausal women.

Limited evidence suggests that maca may help improve energy levels and enhance mood.

A 2021 study in mice found maca helped regulate exercise-induced fatigue. Another 2022 study on mice came to a similar conclusion. A 2022 study in young adult females also showed that maca extract might reduce fatigue. Meanwhile, a 2016 study of 175 people living at either low or high altitudes demonstrated that taking 3 g of red or black maca daily for 12 weeks improved mood and energy scores compared with a placebo.

Blood pressure  It is possible that maca root can also help to improve blood pressure. The same 2015 study also found that 3.3g of maca per day for 12 weeks lowered blood pressure in Chinese postmenopausal women.

Menopause  Some proponents of maca root believe it may help balance levels of the hormone estrogen. During perimenopause, the stage before a woman reaches menopause, estrogen levels fluctuate and cause a variety of symptoms.

One study found that postmenopausal women who took two daily tablets containing maca experienced reduced symptoms, such as hot flashes and night sweats. Menopause happens naturally in people who menstruate. It’s the time of life when menstrual periods stop permanently. Research suggests that maca may benefit people going through menopause by helping to relieve some symptoms, including hot flashes and interrupted sleep.

Cognition And Memory  Maca may help improve learning and memory performance. There is some evidence to suggest that maca can improve learning and memory. For example, a 2011 study found that maca could improve memory in mice. A 2014 review of the literature suggested that maca may have benefits for learning and memory performance. Researchers suggested that it could be helpful in treating conditions that affect these processes, such as Alzheimer’s disease.

 

Botanical Name: Lepidium meyenii
English: maca-maca, maino, ayak chichira and ayak willku.
Origin: Peru
Harvested: Cultivated
Parts Used: Root

General Information:
Maca Root looks like the love child of potato and white radish. It grows wild in the frigid ground of the Andes mountains thousands of feet above sea level in Peru. And it has a nutty, slightly butterscotchy taste. Maca root, which comes from the mustard plant family, is a nutritional powerhouse. Maca root goes by many names, including maca maca, maino, ayak chichira and ayak willku. It’s also called Peruvian ginseng, which can be misleading because maca is a vegetable, and ginseng is an herb. Both have a reputation for giving big boosts of energy. People in the Andes have grown maca for thousands of years. They use the root as a food supplement as well as a traditional medicine for everything. n recent years, maca has been popping up more often on health food store shelves.

How to use:
Powdered Herb
There are different ways to use powdered herb.

Food Preparation: You can add powdered herbs to any super food, herbal smoothie, sauces, spreads and even cookies. For children, you can mix powdered herbs with honey or glycerin to make a paste. The thicker the paste, the more potent and herbal in taste. The sweet taste of honey and glycerin will help the medicine go down. This method is also known as “Electuaries”.

Capsules: Encapsulating your own powdered herb at home, give you assurance that the contents of the capsules are pure herb and no filler or any other products. These capsules can be taken with liquid.

Poultice: Poultice can be made with an herbal powder and liquid (mostly water) to form a paste which is then applied to the skin. This method is very helpful for skin conditions.

Herbal shot: Powdered herb can be mixed with water, fruit juice or other liquid to make herbal shot.

Precautions:
You should consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using any herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.
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