Nutrient Database

Maca

herbal

Approved

General information about nutrients. No diagnosis, no medical advice. If you take medication, are pregnant or have a medical condition, talk to your doctor before taking supplements.

MorningNot before sleepFasting safe

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Overview

Peruvian root vegetable, available in red, black and yellow varieties.

Interactions

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Maca and zinc

Maca root is studied for its effects on the hypothalamic-pituitary axis. Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal testosterone levels in the blood.

Expert consensus: Moderate

Gelatinized form better tolerated.

Maca — Stackwell