adaptogenEVIDENCEBUSOTC
Maca
aka Peruvian Ginseng · Lepidium meyenii
Peruvian root (Lepidium meyenii) used for energy, mood, libido, and hormonal balance.
Dose range1500–3000mg
Half-life—h
Onset—min
Safety5/5medium evidence base
Mechanism of action
Macamides and macaenes modulate HPA axis. Not androgenic — works via mechanisms independent of testosterone.
Benefits
Libido (both sexes)
EVIDENCEBMultiple small RCTs.
Mood / energy
EVIDENCEBBrooks 2008.
Side effects
- Mild GI upsetuncommonmild
Where to buy
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