Anybody tried maca?

rgiuff

I've put this question out here before and got no responses, figured I'd try again.  Just wondering if anybody had good results using this Peruvian herb that claims to help with energy, libido, menopause symptoms, mood, etc.    I have bought some and will start taking it soon, but wanted to know if anyone else has already had experience with it.

hlth4513

Hi Rose-

As a former RAw vegetarian - I used to use maca frequently in smoothies. I mostly noted good energy for my workouts.

I stopped using maca once I was diagnosed with breast cancer as it is one of those superfoods that is reported to have "estrogenic" properties and I wanted to start out with just flaxseed and see how I did. I've now measured my estrogen levels and they are such that I've been thinking of adding the maca back into my diet.

Sorry I couldn't be more help!

Beth

barbergirl

I tried Maca for hot flashes and sex drive. Couldnt really tell it did anything for me.

Accupuncture did more for hot flashes than anything.

BlissDevotee

I use Maca for an energy boost and it works great. I take it via pills from www.naturalwellbeing.com/maca-p237.cfm