MACA

The Maca, Lepidium meyeniiis an annual herb of small size, barely reaching 20 centimeters. However, what is used of the plant, is its "root", more exactly its hypocotyl, a thickening of the root, which gives it the classification of tuber. It belongs to the family of Brassicaceaewith which it shares the characteristic of possessing glucosinolates, a natural pesticide. It has compounds phenolics, alkaloids, and flavonoids that attribute various health benefits to it when consumed. It is a native plant of the Peruvian altiplano, although nowadays it can also be found in Ecuador and Bolivia. At Peru can be found between 3500 and 4500 meters above sea level, in departments such as Apurímac, Puno, Pasco, Huánuco or Ancash.

Among the various benefits that can be provided by the consumption of Maca, Lepidium meyeniiwe have the invigorating o energizerstudies have been reported, since several studies have emphasized a better performance physical activity in sports. Likewise, this effect is related to that of sexual enhancer and improve the odds reproductive, as it allows for a better performance and is known to increase the generation of spermatozoa in the testicles.

Another important quality is the hormone regulatoras it may act by regulating the levels of progesterone and testosterone during pregnancy. menstruation and alleviating the symptoms of menopause. This activity of hormone regulation also helps in cases of osteoporosisstudies have highlighted its effectiveness in the treatment of prevention of the decrease in the bone mass. Some other studies suggest that it may provide benefits decreasing stress levels or by improving the level of reaction under situations of stress.

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Each bag is 100g.

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Lepidium meyenii

Benefits:

🌿 It is a natural invigorator.

🌿 Helps regulate menopause.

🌿Increases fertility.

🌿Beneficial against osteoporosis.

 

Recommendations:

- Please note that the result of this product may vary from person to person, since it will depend on each organism, its eating habits and its quality of life.

Consult your primary care physician if deemed necessary.

 

Precautions:

No considerable data have been reported regarding its toxicity in the various analyses on this plant, however, its use should be limited to the dose recommended by your doctor, as some studies indicate that among its phytocomponents, is present (1R,3S)-1-methyl-1,2,3,4- tetrahydro-b-carboline-3-carboxylic acid, an alkaloid with mutagenic activity, that is, it can cause mutations at the cellular level; Despite this, this alkaloid is also naturally present in citrus fruits such as oranges and grapefruit, which are widely consumed worldwide.

Its use is not recommended in patients with metabolic syndrome, since some studies indicate that it reduces blood pressure, but in many others the opposite effect is proven, where it is shown that it increases blood pressure.

If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, suffering from any disease or taking any medication, consult your doctor before use.

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    Edmundo Szeliga: Researcher and man of faith.

    I, Edmundo Szeliga Kozik, as founder and promoter of the Peruvian Institute of Andean Phytotherapic Research (IPIFA), which has been legally operating in Lima since 1983, providing personalized services and health care by competent licensed physicians, with several tens of thousands of patients - both local and foreign - who have been treated.

    I pray for the continuity of the spirit of service of IPIFA and of the charism that I have tried to transmit to it, while I bless each and every one of its members, who have made, and will make, possible the validity and development of its institutional goals and with whom I will continue to collaborate, with the due authorization of my religious superiors, as long as the Lord and my health conditions allow it.

    Edmundo Szeliga Kozik - March 13, 2002