MACA powder 250g BIO

Description

Manufacturer: Health Link s.r.o, Czech Republic

Country of origin: South America

Organic label CZ-BIO-001. Produced in non-EU agriculture.

Maca powder is an ideal source of energy. Maca is a radish-like plant that grows in the Peruvian Andes at an altitude of 3,000-4,500 metres. Its colour resembles a potato. Maca is known as the Peruvian ginseng because of its remarkable energy-boosting properties. It boosts the immune system, stimulates the brain and improves the functioning of the body.

Beneficial properties of Maca:

1. Rich in nutrients

Contains 28 grams of maca root powder:

• Calories: 91
• Carbohydrates: 20 gr
• Protein: 4 gr
• Fiber: 2 gr
• Fat: 1 gr
• Vitamin C: 133% of the Recommended Daily Intake (RDI)
• Iron: 85% of the RDI
• Iron: 23% of the RDI
• Potassium: 16% of the RDI
• Vitamin B6: 15% of the RDI
• Manganese: 10% of the RDI

Maca root is a good source of carbohydrates, low in fat and high in fibre. It is also rich in the plant compounds glucosinolates and polyphenols.

2. It also contains polyphenols, polyunsaturated fatty acids and polyphenols

4 clinical trials (131 participants) conducted in 2010 showed that maca increased sexual desire after 6 weeks of use.

3. May increase male fertility

The quality and quantity of sperm is crucial for male fertility.

The results of 5 studies show that maca improved sperm quality in both infertile and healthy men. One of the studies involved 9 healthy men. After taking maca for 4 months, the researchers observed an increase in the amount of semen, the number of sperm capable of fertilisation and the number of motile sperm.

4. Helps relieve menopausalsymptoms

The natural drop in oestrogen during menopause can lead to a number of unpleasant symptoms: hot flushes, dry vaginal lining, moodiness and mood swings, sleep disturbances and irritability.

Results from 4 studies have shown that maca can help relieve hot flashes and sleep disturbances. Studies in animals have shown that maca can protect bone health. Increased risk of osteoporosis in women after menopause.

5. Maca boosts mood

Reduces anxiety and depression, especially in menopausal women. The flavonoids in maca have a mood-lifting effect.

6. Improves athletic performance and provides extra energy.

Maca Root Powder is a popular supplement for bodybuilders and athletics. Maca helps to increase muscle mass, provides physical strength and energy and improves athletic performance. Some animal studies show that maca increases physical endurance and is beneficial in endurance sports.

A study of 8 cyclists showed that athletes showed a significant improvement in their 40-km time after 14 days of maca extract.

7. When applied to the skin, maca can protect the skin from excessive sun exposure.

Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun can burn and damage unprotected skin. Prolonged exposure to UV radiation causes wrinkles and increases the risk of skin cancer. The protective effect of maca is due to the antioxidants and glucosinates in polyphenols.

8. Helps improve learning performance and memory.

Maca helps improve brain function. It was used by Peruvian Indians to improve their children’s academic performance. Experiments on rodents with impaired memory showed that learning and memory improved.

9. May reduce the risk of prostate enlargement

Prostate enlargement is a common problem in older men. An enlarged prostate prevents the bladder from emptying by constricting the urethra. The beneficial effects of maca on the prostate are related to glucosinolates. It is associated with a reduced risk of prostate cancer.

Use

Maca is consumed as a food supplement or added to smoothies, porridges, pastries, energy bars. The ideal amount of maca root powder is 1,5-5 grams per day in studies.