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3Medicinal

Maca

Also sold as Lepidium meyenii

Traditional use for libido and menopausal symptoms.

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How long to take it

Eight to twelve weeks to judge effect.

Who it's actually for

People exploring libido or menopausal symptom support.

Safe upper limit

Unverified
No formal limit; 1.5–3 g daily in trials
Well tolerated as a food. Caution with hormone-sensitive conditions given unclear mechanisms.
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Interactions to know about

  • Hormone therapy — HRT, tamoxifen, testosterone, anti-androgens

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Practical notes

  • Trials are small and mostly short.
  • It is a root vegetable, so food-level intake is unremarkable.