DanC Posted May 4, 2007 I have been experimenting with a new tonic called Maca, its grown in the Andes at high altitude and it has many benefits on the body. It is an aphrodesiac, adaptogen, and is full of vitamins, minerals, plant sterols, EFAs and amino acids. No joke this stuff is good and is the closest thing to natural viagra, it is very good for the CNS and makes you feel calm and energized, its really good for mental clarity. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thaddeus Posted May 4, 2007 I have been experimenting with a new tonic called Maca, its grown in the Andes at high altitude and it has many benefits on the body. It is an aphrodesiac, adaptogen, and is full of vitamins, minerals, plant sterols, EFAs and amino acids. No joke this stuff is good and is the closest thing to natural viagra, it is very good for the CNS and makes you feel calm and energized, its really good for mental clarity. Dan, which form are you taking? I'm aware of three, the straight powder, the gelatanized powder (which has the starch and other inert components removed), and a patented extract called MacaPure. MacaPure has real scientific studies in Pubmed that back up it's effect on the reproductive system. The reason why it works it's largely unknown, there is no effect on hormones. But given to rats, they copulate more frequently and the testes grow, if I recall correctly. I took macapure for a few days and noticed a strong increase in well being and libido, but never again after that, so it's on the back shelf. I did think it would be cool to add those 'potatoes' to my diet if we good get the real thing, but apparantly Peru has a lockdown on the stuff. T Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DanC Posted May 5, 2007 I have used the powder but I am now taking capsules, the brand is Maca Power. I take more then the recommended daily dose as its an entirely natural vegetable product, but the feelings of relaxation and well being are very strong, its an adaptogen so its effects are similar to Ginseng. The brand I buy is apparently the stongest you can get and it comes from Peru, from what I have read it works on the endocrine glands by supplying them with the essential nutrients needed to restore vitality and balance to the glands. I notice after a few days my sexual desire goes up and feelings of overall well being are heightend. Get back on it, this stuff is great.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeform Posted May 7, 2007 The brand I buy is apparently the stongest you can get and it comes from Peru. Dan - which brand is that? I've the powdered stuff - it's not an extract - I didn't feel such pronounced effects - just a bit of an effect on the libido... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
三江源 Posted May 7, 2007 (edited) . Edited April 18, 2015 by 三江源 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DanC Posted May 8, 2007 brand is Maca Power, google it they have a website. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lozen Posted May 8, 2007 I have some maca powder I throw into my smoothies sometimes...just a pinch. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DanC Posted May 8, 2007 I have tried it all but this tonic seems to be the best bang for your buck, read up on all the benefits it has and you will be amazed, good for immune system, energy, stress, sex etc etc.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ian Posted May 8, 2007 (edited) I have some that I add to smoothies. I got it from here - a UK based get up. I know that site. Just bought an elephant poo notebook for my niece from there. Small world. P.S. How much do you use and how often, if such patterns are established? Edited May 8, 2007 by Ian Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
