HerbMate Library

Maca Root

Lepidium meyenii (root)

Supplement/Foodenergylibidoendurancemood

This is another dataset entry for maca root. It’s used as a food-based supplement for steady energy, endurance, and libido/mood support. Consistency beats megadosing.

Key Benefits

Steady energy/endurance support (non-caffeinated)
Libido support (variable)
Mood support for some

Common Issues It May Help With

fatigue support
low libido (support)
mood support

How To Use (Simple)

Powder: start small (food-style use) and build up
Capsules: follow label
Assess after 2–4 weeks

Taste / Notes

Malty, earthy.

Evidence Level

Some supportive human data exists, but outcomes vary by person and product quality.

Cautions

Use caution with hormone-sensitive conditions. Stop if it causes agitation or sleep disruption.

Interactions

Use caution when combining with hormone therapies; monitor response if on thyroid medication.

Debug: Loaded Herb Fields (verification)

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