Despite being known for its medicinal properties for thousands of years, maca root is one of the newest remedies to take center stage in the natural health community, and its newfound superfood status is well-deserved.

 

Researchers are continually turning up new health benefits associated with this powerful root vegetable. What's been discovered so far? 

 

• Considered an “adaptogen" - helps the body naturally adapt to stressors like a busy schedule, demanding job or illness

• Provides a host of important micronutrients and is jam-packed with antioxidants

• Has been shown to improve sexual health

• Balance hormone levels

• Increase energy

• Better your mood

• Improve memory

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One ounce (28 grams) of maca root powder contains:

• Calories: 91

• Carbs: 20 grams

• Protein: 4 grams

• Fiber: 2 grams

• Fat: 1 gram

• Vitamin C: 133% of the RDI

• Copper: 85% of the RDI

• Iron: 23% of the RDI

• Potassium: 16% of the RDI

• Vitamin B6: 15% of the RDI

• Manganese: 10% of the RDI

Maca root is a good source of carbs and protein, is low in fat and contains a fair amount of fiber. It's also high in some essential vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C, copper and iron.

 

For more information:

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/benefits-of-maca-root#section1