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General description	People with traditional usage as adaptogen.
Found	- maca plant (Anacyclus pyrethrum)
Anti-aging role	- beneficial effect on female reproductive system disorders - reduce menopausal symptoms - improves memory and cognitive functions - aphrodisiac - adaptogen - keep hormonal balance - reduce stress symptoms - boost energy - it's considered that can improve sport performances
Deficiency symptoms	Not possible.
Therapeutic doses	450 - 1500 mg/day
Maximum safe level	Not established.
Side effects	- topical use can cause redness, itching and feelnig of warmth
Contraindications	- pregnancy, breast feeding - hypertension - patients with thyroid disorders - patients who use drugs to increase fertility
Composition formulas	- it's used maca root powder in supplements (capsules, powder)
Other remarks	- maca contains 10% of proteins, 60% of carbohydrates, 8,5% of fibers, 2,5% of lipids and free fatty acids - the most common vitamins and minerals are iron, calcium, copper, zinc, potassium, vitamin C and vitamin E - active compounds are acrylamides

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