Maca powder comes from a root vegetable that is grown mainly in Peru. Macca root powder is a rich source of the B group vitamins. It is also one of the few vegetables that has all of the essential amino acids which is necessary to make a complete protein. It also contains abundant levels of minerals (zinc, calcium, iron and potassium).
Maca powder is commonly used for:
Increasing energy
Sports performance - increasing energy and stamina. Many personal trainers recommend maca powder to their clients.
Fertility - many men and women who have been experiencing fertility problems are now using maca powder to try to increase their chances of a pregnancy.
For men:
Aphrodisiac - maca powder is often referred to as a "natural viagra"
Hormone balancing - maca powder may help to maintain a man's sexual potency throughout his lifetime.
For women:
Menopause relief - the hormonal balancing properties of maca powder may help to relieve symptoms such as palpitations, night sweats, dizziness and atigue.