Description
Maca (Lepidium meyenii) is a plant native to the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia. It grows at altitudes of over 3,500 meters in unique climatic and geographical conditions with large temperature variations, solar radiation, and strong winds.
Maca from Herbolarios S. Mediterránea is made with dry extract of the yellow maca root. It is valued for its invigorating properties and for improving physical health, supporting bones and muscles, and alleviating symptoms of stress and mental fatigue. It is also very rich in iron.
Maca has been used for hundreds of years; the Incas consumed it as a food. It has various properties:
- It is rich in vitamins, minerals and trace elements.
- It is highly valued for its high levels of iron and iodine.
- It is rich in B vitamins.
- It is rich in fiber.
- It's invigorating.
- It is an adaptogen.
- It stimulates libido.
- It increases sperm production.
- It promotes both male and female fertility.
- It reduces the symptoms of menopause.
- It reduces physical and mental fatigue
- It improves the symptoms of stress.
- It strengthens the immune system.
- It regulates the endocrine system.
- It regulates hormonal imbalances.
- It improves the health of our bones and muscles.
There are more than a dozen types of maca, distinguished by the color of the root. The properties of each are similar, although they vary in the proportion of their components; the best known are yellow or beige-white, black, red, and purple.
Yellow maca
It is invigorating and improves physical health, is beneficial for bones and muscles, and alleviates symptoms of stress and mental fatigue. It is very rich in iron.
Black maca
It is highly valued for libido, increases sperm count, and enhances female fertility.
Red maca
It's an aphrodisiac. It improves menopausal symptoms. It improves prostate problems. It's anti-aging maca.
Maca has a high iodine content, so it should not be consumed if you are undergoing thyroid treatment. It is also not recommended for those with high blood pressure or who are taking other medications. Do not consume it if you are already taking other adaptogens, such as ginseng, ashwagandha, etc.
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Maca, Mediterranean Herbalist
Presentation: Glass container with 120 vegetable capsules of 605 mg.
Capsule specifications:
- Transparent 0 vegetable capsule.
- Size: Length 21.7 * Diameter 7.60 mm
- Brown color
Directions for use: Take 1 capsule before each main meal (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Ingredients: Dry extract of Andean Maca root 4:1 (Lepidium meyenii Walp.), Vegetable capsule [Coating agent (Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose)] and Anti-caking agents (Magnesium stearate).
Ingredients - For 1 capsule - For 2 capsules - For 3 capsules
- Dry extract of Andean Maca root - 500 mg - 1000 mg - 1500 mg
Precautions: Do not consume while undergoing thyroid treatment due to its high iodine content. Do not consume during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Not recommended for individuals with hypertension. Do not consume if you are already taking other adaptogens, such as ginseng, ashwagandha, etc.
Net content: 72.6 g.
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We work directly with laboratories in Spain and purchase high-quality ingredients. Furthermore, all our Herbolario S. Mediterránea products are registered for sale and consumption in the European Union.
The products Herbolario S. Mediterránea offers low prices because we are the distributors, limiting the costs associated with sales and distribution, such as advertising and marketing. We invest in the areas we consider important, such as the quality of ingredients and the effectiveness of our products.
The result is a quality product at a lower price than others. Herbolario S. Mediterránea is a brand that our customers trust, return to, and recommend, making it Herbolario S. Mediterránea is the most purchased brand in our stores.
Warnings: Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. Do not exceed the expressly recommended daily dose. Keep out of reach of young children. Consult your doctor if you are taking any medication. Store the container tightly closed in a cool, dry place.