Maca Extract (0.5% Glucosinolates)
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Maca (Lepidum meyenil) is an ancient and revered adaptogen and aphrodisiac treasured by indigenous peoples living all across the Andean mountains of South America. Hand-gathered and eventually cultivated for over 6,000 years Maca is known as a "Superfood" due to it's reputation for providing a wide variety of health benefits. The Andean species of Maca are especially strong because they grow in high-altitude habitats, up to 15,000 ft above sea level. According to folk belief Maca is an aphrodisiac, enhancing sexual drive and fertility in humans and domestic animals. Maca also is reported to increase energy and vitality. Other reported medicinal properties attributed to Maca include stress reduction, regulation of hormonal secretion, stimulation of metabolism, memory improvement, antidepressant activity, and increased disease resistance. The chemical composition supports the reputed medicinal benefits of Maca as a food supplement as it is rich in vitamins, minerals, amino acids, sterols, and alkaloids, which are essential to sustained energy and healthy bodies. The nutritional value of the dried Maca root is high, resembling that found in cereal grains such as maize, rice, and wheat, as well as broccoli, cauliflower, and cabbage. Our Maca 0.5% Glucosinolates has 50-100 times the glucosinaolates as these vegetables, making it a true superfood! Why do we mention that our Maca contains 0.5% Gluconsinolates? Because testing for specific glucosinolates in Maca serves not only to tell us whether a product is authentic, but also to determine concentration levels of potentially beneficial agents, which is very important for us and our customers. Recommended usage: a good starting point is 250-500 mg. Works great with our empty capsules and Capsule Machine! These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. |
