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Maca Root Powder

An stress-balancing root from the Andes that supports daily energy, stamina, mood, and natural sexual vitality.

What it is

Maca root powder comes from a traditional root plant grown high in the Peruvian Andes. It is packed with unique plant compounds, natural fibres, and essential minerals. In dietary supplements, maca root is used to support energy, physical endurance, and balanced mood without altering hormone levels directly.

Also known as: Lepidium meyenii, Peruvian Ginseng, Maca

Key benefits

  • Boosts physical energy, stamina, and workout endurance without nervous jitters or crashes.
  • Supports healthy sexual desire and vitality in both men and women.
  • Helps balance mood and stress levels, making daily challenges easier to manage.
  • Provides natural antioxidants that protect muscle and tissue cells during exercise.

Amplified by probiotics

Maca root is rich in healthy plant fibres that act as food for friendly gut bacteria. When taken with protected probiotics, your gut microbes ferment these fibres into nourishing compounds made by your gut bacteria that nourish your colon. Friendly bacteria also break down maca's plant compounds into active antioxidants, helping your body absorb maca's energy-boosting nutrients easily.

Typical dose

1500–3000 mg/day

The evidence

Evidence: moderate

Large reviews of many studies show that taking maca root supports sexual desire, stamina, and energy in men and women without disturbing hormone levels. Clinical studies also note benefits for mood and well-being in postmenopausal women. (Shin BC et al. 2010, BMC Complement Altern Med; Gonzales GF et al. 2002, Andrologia; Brooks NA et al. 2008, Menopause).

  1. Shin BC, et al. Maca (L. meyenii) for improving sexual function: a systematic review. BMC Complement Altern Med. 2010;10:44. PubMed ↗
  2. Gonzales GF, et al. Effect of Lepidium meyenii (MACA) on sexual desire and its absent relationship with serum testosterone levels in adult healthy men. Andrologia. 2002;34(6):367-372. PubMed ↗
  3. Brooks NA, et al. Beneficial effects of Lepidium meyenii (Maca) on psychological symptoms and measures of sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal women. Menopause. 2008;15(6):1157-1162. PubMed ↗

Safety & who should check first

Maca root powder is a traditional food staple with an outstanding safety record. People with thyroid conditions should check with their doctor first due to its natural plant compounds (glucosinolates). Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult a healthcare provider before use.