Maca - Peruvian Ginseng

For ages, people have been trying to find miraculous herbs and mushrooms that would enhance health, cure deadly diseases, and boost male potency. Each culture has its proven aphrodisiacs. Here, oysters or chocolate are especially well-known. Recently, especially with the development of tourism, we gradually also learn about other invigorating means that people use often on the opposite side of the planet. One of the oldest substances for potency support is Maca Peruvian Watercress.

You would look for it in vain here - it grows in the Andes, high above sea (3800-4400 m above sea level). At first glance, it resembles a white round radish. In Peru, they consume it raw, but dried roots powdered into powder have a long shelf life (up to several years) and can be easily stored. The Incas in Peru have known it for more than 1300 years! It increases fertility and sexual desire.  

It's a Superfood 

- it contains a full spectrum of nutrients. The body cannot create essential amino acids by itself, Maca contains nineteen of them. Its root contains vitamins A, B, C, D, and E. In addition, it is a source of flavonoids, glucosinolates, and alkaloids. These substances have strong antioxidant effects. They help with inflammations in the body and remove unwanted, toxic, and waste substances from it. It contains up to 60-70% carbohydrates, 10-14% proteins, 8.5% fiber, and 2% fats. It is rich in calcium and potassium, with low sodium content. Trace amounts of iron, iodine, manganese, and zinc. 

Sexual Health and Well-being

However, Maca Peruvian is primarily used for the regulation of sex hormones testosterone, estrogen, and progesterone. There are studies specifically focused on the effects of Maca on sexual health and well-being (one is from 2009). Better-quality erection or significant effects in the case of erectile dysfunction. It affects prostate health and size. It can increase sperm mobility and their quality. 

Women take Maca Peruvian

to alleviate cramps, nervousness, and pain - premenstrual syndrome. In later age, it further helps with negative manifestations of menopause - irritability, hot flashes, excessive sweating, insomnia. In 2015, a study was conducted that confirmed its positive effect on reducing depression in menopausal women. 

Students and Athletes Use Maca Peruvian

to improve memory and concentration, it is being examined whether it could be used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. It helps athletes replenish vitamins and minerals. A study from 2009 conducted on professional cyclists proved that 14-day use of Maca Peruvian positively affected their performance. It is also used for overall body stimulation as a supplement to increase energy and performance. 

Today you can buy Maca Peruvian in the form of Maca powder, or packaged in precise doses in health-safe capsules. There are no known precise, health-safe doses. However, safely tested dosage is 3g daily for 4 months. It is not recommended for pregnant women and individuals suffering from thyroid diseases. Maca Peruvian is one of those examples of traditional medicine where a product used literally for thousands of years is gaining popularity only recently, based on strict scientific research, when we find out that legends and myths are based on real properties and substances that the plant actually contains.