100% Pure Organically Grown Peruvian Maca Powder
Derived from cruciferous root vegetables, grown high in the Andes, comes highly recommended for those seeking well being and good health.
Health Benefits of Maca
The health benefits of maca have been known since time immemorial even before the Peruvians were conquered by the Spaniards. People of the Andes have discovered the use of maca not only as an aphrodisiac but as a powerful herb that can cure a lot of illnesses.
Even the Spaniards who discovered that the Incas were using maca for many health reasons started using the herb as early as the 16th century. Maca had a special place in the system of indigenous healing in the Andes and the Spaniards have confirmed this by using the herbs.
Maca is also known scientifically as Lepidiun meyenii and is it grown primarily for the healing wonders of its roots which are dried and kept in storage. This herb, which was considered sacred by the Incas, naturally grows in Peru’s Junin plateau.
Restoring strength and increasing the libido
The Incan warriors took the maca herb before they went to battle to keep their bodies strong and ready for rigorous physical activity. However, they realized that the herb also increased their libido so the warriors were forbidden from taking in maca after battle to protect the women folks from their sexual impulses. Word of maca’s power to restore strength and libido travelled to Europe, the United States and Japan leading to the planting of more maca and the popularity of maca supplements.
Regulate the Endocrine
Maca is a potent herb that can regulate the endocrine system which consists of glands that produce hormones necessary for essential body functions. The herb maca has been found effective in increasing a person’s energy levels, encourage growth and stimulate metabolic functions. The nutrients found in maca fuels the system and encourage hormone production.
Support adrenal glands
Maca is an adaptogen and as such helps in maintaining the overall health of the body. Its calcium, fatty acids and vitamins B1, B2, B12 content aids in the digestion process while its phosphorus as well as vitamins B12 and B1 works on the nervous system. On the other hand, the alkaloid content of maca helps the body assimilate all the nutrients required by the body.
Help in fighting cancer
The maca herb contains glucosinolate and fibers that help prevent some forms of cancer. The fatty acids content of the herb helps in improving the body’s immunity system. It also helps in lessening the chances of getting rickets, osteomalacia and other bone diseases.
Pain reliever
Maca contains terpenoids and saponins which gives it the power to relieve pain and act as expectorant, sedative and analgesic. Maca’s analgesic effect works not only to a specific body organ but generally.
These statements have not been reviewed by FDA. These products is not intended to diagnose or cure disease.
These products are free of Genetic Modified material.
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