MACA, OOH! SWEET MACA

An exotic super food is generating a buzz in the natural health world. A Peruvian root vegetable called Maca. (Lepidiem meyenii or peruvianum), pronounced MACK-ah.

The root of the Maca is shaped like a large radish. It is a cousin to other veggies such as cauliflower and brussel sprouts.

Along with Maca being an excellent source of fiber, complex carbohydrates, and protein, maca provides numerous minerals, including calcium, magnesium, phosphorous, potassium, sulfur, iron, iodine, and copper...vitamin B-1, B-2, C, and E..nearly 20 amino acids, including Linoleic acid, palmitic acid and oleic acid... as well as various plant sterols, which are natural cholesterol-lowering agents. All of these nutrients have been shown to promote health in a multitude of ways.

Here is what this super food can do for you:

Boost sex drive:

Modern research has suggested that Maca does indeed increase sex drive in men. One double blind, randomized study published in the journal Andrologia examined the effect of maca on sexual desire in 57 men, ages 21 to 56. participants took either placebos or 1,500 mg or 3,000 mg of maca daily. After four, eight, and 12 weeks, they reported on their sex drive levels. Placebo users experienced no change in libido, while the men taken either quantity of maca reported heightened sexual desire starting at eight weeks and continuing throughout the study.

More of Maca super power:in addition to it is documented beneficial effects on the human reproductive system, laboratory tests suggest that maca may reduce the risk for:

Arthritis - By promoting cartilage growth.

Blood toxicity - By improving liver function

Diabetes - By allowing for better control over blood sugar levels and body weight.

Fatigue - By increasing energy and endurance.

Digestive health - By combating ulcers

Heart disease - By lowering levels of LDL "bad" cholesterol and triglycerides (a type of blood fat)

Memory and Mood - By enhancing certain brain chemicals

Osteoporosis - by increasing bone density

Prostate problems - By reducing prostate enlargement

How much to take: Maca is available in supplement and powder form. The average dose of maca supplements is 1,000 to 2,000 mg daily-which you can take with or without food at any time of day.

Where to purchase Maca: Whole foods market or online at www.navitasnaturals.com or www.naturalhi.com

Disclaimer: Never start a dietary supplement without consulting you primary physician first.