Maca root, revered for centuries for its medicinal attributes, has recently gained superfood acclaim within the natural health community. Ongoing research continually unveils new health perks associated with this potent cruciferous vegetable native to the Andes of Peru.

Dubbed an ‘adaptogen,’ maca supports the body in navigating stressors, be it a demanding schedule, challenging job, or illness. with all its micronutrients and antioxidants, maca enhances sexual health, harmonizes hormones, amplifies energy, and uplifts mood and memory.

What is Maca?

Lepidium meyenii, or maca, resembling a radish with green tops and roots spanning hues from yellow to purple and black, thrives in the Andes. Typically, available as a powder or capsules, maca stands as a revered ‘healing food’ with a millennia-old history of addressing menstrual issues, menopause, stomach cancer, fatigue, stress, and anaemia in the Andes Mountains.

Maca’s Marvels:

Antioxidant Richness: As a natural antioxidant, maca elevates glutathione level and dismutase in the body, combating free radicals to help chronic diseases and cellular damage.

Energy, Mood, and Memory Enhancement: Regular maca users experience heightened alertness, motivation, and energy without the caffeine-associated jitters or shakiness.

Improves Low Libido: Research underscores maca’s benefits for female sexual health, easing symptoms of depression-induced low libido and demonstrating positive impacts on post-menopausal women, mitigating depression, anxiety, and hormonal imbalances.

A true superfood!

Maca products vary in quality and it’s important to buy a brand that sources the raw ingredients carefully.

Thanks for reading.

Louise xx