The Maca Root is the king of the endocrine modulating foods and is the top anti-depressant feel good food. The maca root is a food staple for the people of the Andes mountains in Peru. It only grows at 14,000 feet in areas of intense sunlight, strong winds and below freezing temperatures where no other crops can survive. Its nutritional profile is impressive with a high protein content in the form of polypeptides and amino acids, rich in fatty acids, minerals and vitamins. It is also called "Peruvian Ginseng" because it has similar effects as an adaptogen, athletic performance enhancer and improves sexual health for both men and women. Maca helps support muscle recovery and tone. Important to maca is the presence of "Sterols" which look structurally similar to many of the hormones in our bodies. And just like the cruciferous vegetables, Maca has I3C, the potent cancer fighting phytochemical. There are also a number of unique compounds in Maca that support womens symptoms of menopause or osteoporosis. Maca root comes in powder form that can be added to your protein shakes or smoothies. Take 1-2 heaping teaspoons of maca root powder everyday added to your smoothie for increased muscle strength, recovery and endurance and a better mood too!
Article written be Xtreme's Virginia Meyers (Learn more about Virginia at: www.thextremetraining.com Xtreme Team.
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