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Maca

Also known as: Lepidium meyenii, Peruvian ginseng

Maca is a root vegetable from the Peruvian Andes, eaten as food and taken as a supplement. Small studies suggest effects on libido and wellbeing, but not on hormone levels.

What it is used for

  • Libido – weak evidence
  • Menopause symptoms and mood – weak evidence
  • Fertility and sperm quality – weak evidence
  • Energy – weak evidence

Forms and how they differ

gelatinised maca

heat-treated, starch removed, better tolerated

raw powder

may cause bloating

red, black and yellow maca

colour types; differences in effect are only weakly supported

extract in capsules

more concentrated, convenient dosing

When to take it

Morning or late morning, powder in a smoothie or porridge; judge the effect after a few weeks.

Pairs well with

Works well with cocoa, oats and smoothies.

Do not combine / separate

If you are on hormone therapy or thyroid medicine, consult your doctor.

Watch out for

Not recommended in pregnancy or breastfeeding due to lack of data. If you have a hormone-sensitive condition, thyroid disease, liver or kidney disease or take medicines, consult your doctor.

Safety

Considered safe as a food. Do not exceed the label dose.

Practical tip

With a sensitive stomach, choose the gelatinised form – it is gentler.

Products containing Maca 14

Maca red macared macaLibidoEnergyWomen’s healthMen’s health
Maca black macablack macaLibidoEnergyWomen’s healthMen’s health
Cacao + MacapowderHeart & vesselsMoodAntioxidantBrain & memory
Maca root extractroot extractLibidoEnergyWomen’s healthMen’s health
Maca 1000 mgroot · 1 000 mg / capsuleLibidoEnergyWomen’s healthMen’s health
Maca 500 mgroot · 500 mg / capsuleLibidoEnergyWomen’s healthMen’s health
Maca 740 mgorganic root powder · 740 mg / capsuleLibidoEnergyWomen’s healthMen’s health
Macared maca powderLibidoEnergyWomen’s healthMen’s health
Macablack maca powderLibidoEnergyWomen’s healthMen’s health
Maca 700 mgextract · 700 mg / capsuleLibidoEnergyWomen’s healthMen’s health
Maca 750 mgconcentrate 6:1 · 750 mg / capsuleLibidoEnergyWomen’s healthMen’s health
Macaroot powderLibidoEnergyWomen’s healthMen’s health
MacatinctureLibidoEnergyWomen’s healthMen’s health
Maca gelatinised organicgelatinised organicLibidoEnergyWomen’s healthMen’s health
How to read the evidence rating
Strong evidenceModerate evidenceWeak evidenceNo evidence

Strong = several good human studies or official recommendations; moderate = promising but smaller studies; weak = few studies or mixed results; no evidence = claims not confirmed.

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Important notice

This information is educational and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. We do not give medicine dosages. Supplements are no substitute for a varied diet; if pregnant, breastfeeding, ill or on medication, consult a doctor first.