What are the effects and functions of Maca?

Maca is actually quite beneficial to human health because it is rich in minerals such as calcium, zinc, iron, manganese, magnesium, and nutrients such as vitamins. It has a very good effect on our physical health and can better help us replenish our physical strength and improve fatigue.

1. Nutrition

1. In 1994, Italian scientist Dini A systematically derived the chemical composition of maca dry roots for the first time: protein content is more than 10% (the protein content of maca varieties on the shores of Lake Junin exceeds 14%), 59% carbohydrates; 8.5% fiber, rich in minerals such as zinc, calcium, iron, titanium, rubidium, potassium, sodium, copper, manganese, magnesium, strontium, phosphorus, iodine, and contains vitamins C, B1, B2, B6, A, E, B12, B5, the fat content is not high but most of them are unsaturated fatty acids, the content of linoleic acid and linolenic acid is more than 53%, and the natural active ingredients include bioalkali, glucosinolates and their decomposition products benzyl isothiocyanate, sterols, polyphenols, etc.

2. In 1999, American scientists discovered that maca contains two new types of plant active ingredients, macamides and macaenes, and determined that these two substances have a significant effect on balancing human hormone secretion, so maca is also called a natural hormone engine. In the targeted research on maca products, several special maca bioalkaloids were discovered. As the research deepens, more new active substances will be isolated and identified in maca.

2. Edible

1. Maca can be eaten after being dried in the sun, or it can be made into a cold dish. It is better to eat it cooked. It can provide a lot of heat energy. People who have tasted maca say that eating it makes them feel satisfied and very comfortable, and it tastes sweet.

2. The fresh roots of Maca can be fried with meat or other vegetables, or they can be dried and cooked with water or milk. Local indigenous people often add fresh roots to honey and fruit juice as a beverage. Maca is rich in high-unit nutrients and has the function of nourishing and strengthening the human body. People who have consumed it will feel energetic, vigorous and not tired.