Organic Red Maca Root - 2000mg per Capsule - Peruvian Source - Gelatinized for Absorption - UK Manufactured - Pullulan (120 Capsule Pouch)

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I often recommend the NOW Supplements, Maca 500 mg capsules because this is the most cost effective option at only five cents for each capsule,” says Dr. Palanisamy. According to the company, this supplement is designed to support sexual wellbeing for both men and women. NOW products also undergo comprehensive testing at the company’s in-house labs to ensure safety and quality. If you breach these conditions and we take no action, we will still be entitled to use our rights and remedies in any other situation where you breach these conditions. Governing Law and Jurisdiction This is actually a fantastic question and one that we wish we had a better answer to. Nutritionally speaking, red maca is nearly identical to other colors of quality organic maca. It does contain slightly more fructose sugars, but not enough to be significant to show up on a label. We put its sweeter taste down to this difference.

What adaptogens may do (maca included) is help stimulate the body’s stress protection system by balancing the body’s hypothalamic pituitary adrenal (HPA) axis, according to Dr. Shah. The HPA axis is responsible for how the central nervous system and hormone systems respond to stress. When we feel stressed, cortisol levels go up. But scientific studies on rats show consuming maca can help keep cortisol levels from rising [1] Tang R, Wang L, Li A. Antianxiety and antidepressant effects of maca (l. meynii) ethanolic extract on chronic unpredictable mild stress on rats through hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis. Journal of Food Science & Technology. 2019;4(4):729-737. . 2. May Help With DepressionIt looks like a big radish and is a hearty plant that can grow in harsh, extreme conditions,” says integrative medicine doctor Karen Koffler, M.D., from Coral Gables, Florida. “You have to appreciate a plant that can withstand harsh conditions—it’s an indicator of how it can help us when consumed.” These dosage levels are based on a 40 year old with generally good health and weighing 160 lbs. If you weigh more or less adjust the dosage accordingly. Note: 1 measuring teaspoon of Maca powder weighs 3 grams. Therapeutic Maca dosage is different than general health dosage - One final consideration is that recommended dosages of Maca for therapeutic purposes are generally higher than for general health. For example if you are taking Maca specifically to help with fertility, you will want to boost your intake over time. Overall raw red maca is slightly more potent as it has all of its enzymes and other nutrients, including vitamin C, left intact. But since gelatinized maca root products are more concentrated the difference is not all that significant. People benefit from both raw and gelatinized forms. It’s really a personal preference.

There are different ways to consume maca, each way has its own taste and benefits. Let’s discuss some kinds of maca. Here, we cover potential red maca root powder health benefits you may be interested in, providing both the relevant scientific evidence as well as stories from some of our amazing customers regarding their personal experiences while enjoying this unique root vegetable.You can also read about the general health benefits of maca regardless of color. Novoshielski recommends Vivolife’s maca powder, noting that it has undergone a gelatinization process to help maximize absorption, which involves heating the plant’s roots to break down the starch content and neutralize certain enzymes that can interfere with digestion. “It’s [also] certified vegan and organic and is batch-tested for any harmful heavy metals,” says Novoshielski. Our Organic Red Maca Powder is harvested on the Peruvian Andes over 14,000 feet above sea level. This potent andean root provides essential energy that helps fight fatigue, restore focus, fortifies your immune system, and metabolic health. Mother Nature Organics red maca superfood powder can also help balance hormone levels, and support a healthy desire and drive.All four experts say boosting libido is one of maca’s most well-known properties, a connection established by numerous scientific studies [6] Shin BC, Lee MS, Yang EJ, Lim HS, Ernst E. Maca (l. metenii) for improving sexual function: a systematic review. BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies. 2010;10:44. . “Maca has been said to have aphrodisiac properties and, again, this is without changing hormone levels,” says Dr. Wilder, adding that this response could be related to maca’s link to lowering stress, helping with mood and a subtle energy boost. 7. May Help With Male Fertility If you visit the mountains of Peruvian at harvest time, you will see that maca has a variety of colors. Peruvians use the same seeds, in the same soil, and belong to the same species, but the exterior colors of maca are different after growing up.