Wednesday, February 17, 2010

Maca

Maca root (Lepidium meyenii)

Maca is a plant that is relaed to the radish, and is used in herbal healing. It's scientific name is Lepidium meyenii, and is commonly known as Peruvian ginseng

It is not related to ginseng
(panax), but it is similar to ginseng in its effects -- both are adaptogens, which help the body handle stress, trauma, anxiety and fatigue.
Navitas Maca powder

Link to Navitas Naturals Maca Power page 

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