Maca root has plenty of benefits for women it is mainly used
to decrease Menopause Symptoms but it is also used to improve sexual function,
Aphrodisiac, Supports mood, Fertility, Increases bone density, Energy enhancer,
and some users claimed that it helped their breast and glutes to get bigger.
Decrease Menopause Symptoms
There has been multiple researches that shows that maca root is a high nutrient density and phytochemical content may balance
hormones. While researchers were conducting this study they found that women
that have been taking this supplement/food reduced many of the common menopause
symptoms like hot flashes, sleep problems, night sweats, depression, and weight
loss.
Aphrodisiac
There’s multiple studies conducted in animals
have found that maca is an aphrodisiac but there has not being any study
conducted in humans. It would be no
surprise that is a effective in the bedroom since its rich in minerals like
zinc, iodine, and essential fatty acids.
Supports Mood
Nutrition studies shows that fatty acids that
are found in foods and in maca root are necessary for supporting mood and for
an overall healthy brain health. The
fatty acids in it support the brain function which may be responsible for
rational thinking and cognitive function.
Fertility
Fertility is an issue that has been increasing
for men and women. The only research that has been made about maca for fertility has been done on animals, which showed promising
results. “The strongest evidence there
is , is that it increases sperm count and improves fertility in certain men”
says Berman. Berman co authored The National Women’s Health
Network’s.
Improves Sexual Function
One study has shown
that maca root supplement is effective in sexual dysfunction in women as a
result of taking SSRIs (antidepressants). The women in the study reported an
improvement in sexual satisfaction when taking high dosage of 3 grams per day.
Increases bone density
While studies
showed that maca is effective on menopausal symptoms it also has showed that is
associated with bone density. This is helpful for women who have family history
of osteoporosis, or for those who are looking to protect their bones health.
Energy Enhancer
Since Maca is rich
with vitamins, minerals, essentials fatty acids, and protein. These nutrients
naturally increase energy levels and its helps to recover from injuries. There
have been multiple of athletic performance studies on maca for this reason.
Maca Root for curves
There has been no
research on this topic. But there are multiple of ladies reporting online and
on forums that maca root helped them with curves. They are stating that they gain breast size
and glutes. Most of them report that they have been taking Maca root pills.
Since Maca root helps regulate hormones it will help the body regulate them.
Maca root is an adaptogen.