Maca Root Benefits for Women

Which maca is best for women? It’s not an easy question to answer, at least not directly - everyone’s goals are different, and the “right” maca product for you will ultimately depend on what you’re looking for from your maca routine. But today, let’s take a look at what maca root does for the female body.

Health Benefits of Maca for Women

There’s a misconception in health food circles that men are the people who would benefit the most from adding maca to their diets. Consider some of the most commonly associated “perks” of maca consumption: enhanced libido and sperm count, elevated stamina, and improvements in muscle building and recovery. There’s more to maca than that, though. Maca can have a real positive impact on women’s health!

Maca and Female Sexuality

Even in its native Peru, maca root is most commonly associated with addressing men’s stamina and erectile dysfunction. But did you know that maca can improve low libido in women as well? This is particularly true when the trouble arises from prescribed antidepressants like SSRIs and SNRIs. Participants of a 2015 study experiencing sexual dysfunction regularly consumed maca for a period of twelve weeks, with the study concluding that maca root may noticeably improve sex drive in both postmenopausal and premenopausal women.

Maca and Fertility

Further studies performed on laboratory mice found that mice given maca on a regular basis produced larger litters. This research supports the theory that maca, namely red maca, can help boost sexual desire and the possibility of conception in women. In fact, we have a whole page on maca for women’s fertility!

Maca and Healthy Menopause

The effects of menopause range from painful hot flashes to drastic mood swings, and menopause can quickly impact every aspect of a woman’s life. Studies have shown that maca root can reduce discomfort related to hormone levels in women who are postmenopausal. Research performed in the 2000s found that while maca is by no means a suitable substitute for HRT (hormone replacement therapy), it did act as a sort of “hormonal toner” that produced changes in hormone levels and substantially lower feelings of discomfort in menopausal subjects. If you’re interested in learning more about the impact of maca on women experiencing menopause, we have more information for you! 

Maca for Overall Health and Energy

What is an adaptogen? Simply put, it’s a natural substance that can “normalize” bodily processes, and help the body adapt to stress. Research performed within the past twenty years lends credence to the theory that adaptogens like maca root, when regularly consumed in combination with a healthy diet and exercise, can exert a “hormone-balancing” effect on women’s bodies.

Maca’s energizing effects were (and remain) essential in the high altitudes of the Peruvian Andes where maca originates. Inca warriors often consumed large amounts of maca before going into battle in order to increase their energy and their body’s ability to respond to strenuous effort; even livestock were fed maca to improve their health and ability to thrive in such a physically taxing environment.

We recognize maca’s ability to improve energy levels today, and it’s backed by science as well. Modern research has verified many of maca root’s purported “medicinal effects,” which include its ability to mitigate fatigue and to help the body bounce back from strenuous exercise!

Which Maca Root for Women?

So what’s the best maca root for females, and how often should women take maca? Maca root grows in three colors: black, red, and yellow. Red maca root occurs for about 25% of the annual maca harvest, and it’s one of our best sellers – for a good reason. While we often recommend red maca for women, the right maca for you will depend on your body and your desired goals. Check out our Maca Finder product selection tool for suggestions based on your specifications. And if you have any further questions about our organic maca root products, please don’t hesitate to Contact Us using our web form, or call us toll-free at 888-919-8616.

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