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Maca (Lepidium meyenii) is the root of a vegetable native to the Andes region of Peru. Maca root is also known as "Peruvian ginseng," even though it doesn't belong to the same botanical family as ginseng. Maca is consumed as a food and is sometimes used to boost energy and libido (sexual drive).Typically added to smoothies, juice, and shakes, the ground root powder can also be used as an ingredient in coffee, chocolate, or oils. In Peru, whole maca root is often added to soup and oatmeal, roasted and consumed as a vegetable, or made into a fermented beverage called chicha de maca.
Maca root is a vegetable native to the Andes region of Peru. It can be prepared as a food additive or taken in supplement form through tablets, capsules, or liquid.Reports have suggested that maca root improves sexual function, libido, and sperm quality. However, the evidence is limited and largely subjective. More large-scale clinical trials are needed to confirm these health claims.If you are concerned about sexual function, libido, or fertility, talk to your healthcare provider first about your options for addressing these issues.Little is known about the short- and long-term side effects of taking maca root, so you should consult your healthcare provider before trying the supplement. Children, pregnant or lactating individuals, and those with hormone-sensitive conditions should be cautious.
Maca root supplementation has been reported to improve sexual function and libido. However, evidence is weak on the matter and reports are mostly subjective.
In a randomized, double-blind clinical trial, 50 males who were affected by mild erectile dysfunction (ED) were assigned to either the treatment group (with maca) or the placebo (an inactive pill) group. Those in the treatment group took 2.4 grams (g) of maca for 12 weeks.After 12 weeks, both groups had reduced ED. However, the treatment group given the maca showed a higher increase in erectile function than the placebo group. Still, the effects were minor overall.
In another report, researchers analyzed four previous clinical trials. Some of the studies found that maca had positive effects on improving sexual function in men and women. However, the number of trials, the number of participants, and the quality of the studies were too limited to draw firm conclusions.
Overall, evidence of maca root's ability to boost sexual function and libido is sparse. There is also not enough data to determine the appropriate dosage needed.
Maca root has also been studied for its use in alleviating antidepressant-induced sexual dysfunction in women.Maca may alleviate antidepressant-induced sexual dysfunction in women, according to a study published in Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Certain antidepressants cause side effects like low libido, vaginal dryness, and difficulty reaching orgasm.
A double-blinded, placebo-controlled study included 45 women taking antidepressant medications known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). These individuals took either maca root (3 grams per day) or a placebo.
At the end of the 12-week study, those taking maca had lower rates of sexual dysfunction. Researchers encouraged more extensive studies and less subjective forms (e.g., fewer self-reported results).It is important to remember that these findings were subjective and based on individual experiences. Talk to your healthcare provider about potential ways to mitigate these antidepressant-related side effects.
A small double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study published in Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine evaluated the effects of maca on semen quality and hormone levels in 20 men. The men were given maca (1.75 grams per day) or a placebo.After the 12-week study period, sperm concentration and motility (how well sperm move) seemed to improve slightly, although there were no changes in hormone levels.Another double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial included 69 people with mildly low sperm count and poor sperm motility. The participants were divided into two groups: One took 2 grams per day of maca, and the other took a placebo.After 12 weeks, the results showed no significant differences in semen volume, motility, or the size and shape of sperm between the two groups. The maca group did experience a significant improvement in sperm concentration.
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