What Is Maca herb?

Maca herb is a Peruvian perennial plant that is found predominantly at high elevations on the Andes Mountains . It is well adapted to the extreme weather conditions such as intense sunlight, freezing temperatures, and violent winds that are found at these locations. It is a low growing plant with scalloped leaves that can often go unnoticed in a field. The Maca herb root has been used for about two thousand years (since the time of the Incas) for its nutritional and medicinal properties.

How Is Maca herb Used?

Maca herb is an important nutrient in the diet of native Peruvian people, as it has the highest nutritional value of any food crop grown there. This plant is rich in sugars, protein, starches, and essential nutrients, like iodine and iron. It is comprised of about seventy five percent carbohydrates, ten to fifteen percent protein, nine percent fiber, and two percent lipids. The Maca herb root is consumed either fresh or dried to increase energy levels, enhance fertility, and aide in weight control.

Maca herb is now used throughout the world as an immuno-stimulant. It helps to boost the immune system to prevent anemia, tuberculosis, menstrual disorders, menopause symptoms, stomach cancer, sexual disorders, and memory dysfunction.

How Does Maca herb Work?

Dried Maca herb root is like a super multivitamin supplement. In addition to vitamins, minerals and essential nutrients, it also contains a high concentration of protein that is derived mostly from amino acids. Amino acids in turn play a major role in many cellular functions in the body. Amino acids manufacture neurotransmitters such as dopamine and noradrenaline that regulate mood and arousal. They also regulate and balance the endocrine system and promote weight control as well as boosting energy levels. Here’s a closer look at the many medicinal and nutritive benefits of the Maca herb root.