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Maca (Lepidium meyenii of the Brassicaceae family) is a plant that grows between 2500 and 4000 meters of altitude in the central Andes of Peru and Bolivia. Its centuries-old history sees it used in Andean cuisine and medicine as a remedy against fatigue and sexual dysfunction. Nowadays, maca is very present in European markets for its medicinal properties and its versatility in the kitchen. After reading many articles about maca on PubMed, Google Scholar, and ScienceDirect, we like the idea of offering you a summary of its most important beneficial properties.
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Supplementing the diet with maca improves sperm production, mobility, and DNA integrity. In a study conducted on 10 healthy men, it was shown that men doubled the number of circulating sperm after 4 months of treatment with a daily dosage of 3 gr. of maca.
The consumption of maca has no effect on the nesting process of the fertilized egg. Nevertheless, various studies have shown that maca reduces embryonic mortality thanks to increased progesterone levels. *Levels of luteinizing hormone (LH), follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), prolactin, estradiol, and testosterone were not performed for maca treatment.
Maca reduces the levels of depression and anxiety in apparently 'healthy' individuals and reduces psychological symptoms such as anxiety, insomnia, and depression in postmenopausal women. Maca has a neuroprotective effect. Useful in post-stroke brain plasticity, Alzheimer's disease, and to attenuate the harmful effects of alcohol.
Studies show that daily consumption of maca has a favorable effect on physical endurance and the body's response to stressful situations. It has a cortisone-like effect, stimulating the adrenal glands in the production of cortisol, an endogenous cortisone that helps the body react to external attacks.
A 1% maca diet reduces the symptoms of metabolic syndrome; it reduces blood glucose, increases insulin secretion, and reduces blood triglycerides.
In a study conducted in villages located at 4100 meters of altitude, it was found that regular consumers of maca had a consistently good health status up to 75 years old, measured through a self-assessment questionnaire. Those who were not maca consumers showed a declining score with increasing age.
An in vitro study reveals the inhibitory properties of maca against influenza A and B, which may represent a therapeutic treatment with antiviral activity. Finally, this study opens up a new path for scientific research on these effective compounds against human influenza.
The maca that reaches the European market is in powder form, with a sweet taste reminiscent of barley-based drinks. It pairs very well with fruit juices, yogurt, plant-based milk, and milkshakes. The daily use of maca is 3 gr. per day, equivalent to 1-2 teaspoons per day. Don't forget to have maca in your pantry. Buy it online at Terza Luna.
