MACA the South American wonder herb

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Maca is a South American root used in traditional medicine by Peruvian Indians. Is is an adaptogen, balancing out the chemistry of the body to provide optimum performance when used in the long term

The history of Maca medicine

   The Peruvians and then the Spanish, (who were having trouble breeding their livestock) may have been the first to realize the power and beauty of Maca.  Soon Maca became more valuable than gold. Along with being a great source of nourishment, Maca was used to treating ailments, reducing stress, and contributing to successful weight loss and to enhance fertility in humans and animals.
 Maca is a hardy perennial plant cultivated in the Andean Mountains. It is rich in sugars, protein, starches, and essential minerals, especially iodine and iron.  In Peruvian herbal medicine, Maca is used as an immuno-stimulant for anemia, tuberculosis, menstrual disorders, menopause symptoms, stomach cancer, sterility and other reproductive and sexual disorders as well as to enhance memory.  This energizing plant is sometimes also referred to as Peruvian ginseng, although Maca is not in the same botanical family as ginseng.

Maca today
   Today, Maca is most commonly used:

	to increase energy, stamina and endurance in athletes
	to promote mental clarity
	may help treat male impotence.
	helps to correct female hormonal imbalances including menopause
	assist reduce the effects of chronic fatigue syndrome.
	for safe and effective weight management
	for fertility enhancement
	and aphrodisiac qualities!

  How does it achieve all this? Maca is a nutritional powerhouse:

	especially rich in iodine
	is a source of  protein containing significant amounts of valuable amino acids.
	rich in complex carbohydrates
	contains essential minerals such as calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, and iron.
	contains vitamins B-1, B-2, B-12, and E
	and is a source of glycoside steroids.
	The protein and calories in Maca are stable even after years of storage.

Weight lifters and body builders are turning to Maca as a natural and safe alternative to anabolic steroids.  The rich and diverse nutrient content of Maca explains its many traditional uses and why it is sought after today. Maca has been used traditionally to increase energy and to promote improvement in both stamina and endurance in athletes.  Unlike caffeine, Maca is a healthy choice for increasing energy because it is not a stimulant.

Maca is an "adaptogen", meaning it helps to restore balance or homeostasis to the body.  Rather than addressing a specific symptom, adaptogens are used to improve the overall adaptability of the whole system. The steady enhancement of both physical and mental energy makes Maca an ideal supplement for students, professional, writers, athletes, and anybody else who needs a lift.