Maca Root: Its Legend & Benefits

Grown in the Peruvian Andes for thousands of years, Lepidium Meyenii – Maca Root – has a range of medicinal benefits. It is a super vegetable that has received a great deal of mainstream attention in recent times, which has fuelled its legend. Below, we explain how you can benefit from maca root and why it is held in such high esteem in different parts of the world. 

The origins of maca root 

Maca root is native to South America, and it is grown at altitudes of 4,000m and higher in the Peruvian Andes. Farmers in the region have cultivated maca root for more than 2,000 years and had been privy to its medicinal power long before the rest of the world jumped aboard the bandwagon! In the past, maca root was enjoyed as a type of food, and it’s a relative of broccoli and cauliflower. It’s for this reason that maca root is classified as a cruciferous vegetable. Andeans have long used maca root as a central ingredient in porridge and fermented drinks, which are used for treating various ailments. Maca root is also grown in other parts of the world today, particularly in Yunnan province, China. 

The advantages of maca root 

Research has shown that maca root is rich in a range of bioactive compounds, and it is these that are responsible for its range of impressive health benefits, including: 

Improved energy and mood 

Following numerous small-scale studies, researchers have concluded that maca root can boost energy levels and improve mood. This is particularly the case for people living at low or high altitudes. Thanks to its energy-boosting properties, maca root is one of the key ingredients in Sons’ Immune Health Supplement. 

Enhanced libido 

A study from 2015 found that a prescription of 3,000 mg of maca root for three months improved women’s sexual function. The women had been taking antidepressants and saw an improvement in their libido as a result of maca root. However, the research is limited and needs further exploration before any conclusions are made. 

Improved fertility 

Maca root may also improve the concentration of sperm in men. Taking 2 grams of maca every day for twelve weeks improved semen concentration in some men when compared to those who took a placebo. Similar to the above, further research is required before conclusions can be made, but the initial results are undeniably promising. 

How long does it take for maca root to show results? 

Most people see the results of taking maca root within 6-12 weeks. No matter how you take maca root, consistency is the key to success. Each study that has been conducted into maca root’s efficacy show results around the three-month mark after regular consumption.

Are you ready for the benefits of maca root? 

Maca root is one of the core ingredients of Sons’ Immune Health Supplement and is ideal for health-conscious men who are looking to boost their daily nutrient intake. Take a look at Sons’ treatment plans today and use maca root to your advantage.