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The main effects
of adaptogens are an increased availability
of energy during the day, a reduction of stress
feelings, increased endurance, greater mental
alertness, and deep and restful sleep. Also,
adaptogens significantly accelerate the recovery
process after illness.
According to modern science adaptogens are natural
plant products that increase the body's ability
to cope with internal and external stress
factors, and normalize the functions of the
organism. They help maintain the stable internal
environment inside the organism known as homeostasis.
An important characteristic is that they are
safe, possessing few known side-effects.
MACA is considered by top researchers
to be a true adaptogen, working with the bodies
natural rhythms to help rebuild week immune
systems, re-mineralize poorly nourished bodies,
and increase energy and endurance. Other examples
of how maca herb directly affects the human
body: reducing physical or mental stress, balancing
hormonal irregularities, promoting the growth
of healthy hair, bones, and teeth, and promoting
muscle tone. Most people feel their mood and
energy level improve immediately.
Maca is an adaptogen which creates
Balance and Energy – Maca Live™
is a powerful adaptogen, meaning it helps to
restore balance or homeostasis to the body.
Rather than addressing a specific symptom, adaptogens
are used to improve the overall adaptability
of the whole system. Maca is also commonly called
"Peruvian Ginseng" -- other adaptogen
herbs are ginseng and astragalus.
Plants known as "adaptogens" are known
to: support and boost the immune system, be
capable of normalizing functions in the body,
be non-toxic and harmless to any organ of the
body, and be safe for ingestion for long periods
as a nutritive supplement.
As an adaptogen,
Maca can help balance, strengthen and support
any area of the body under compromise due to
stress.
Stress, either mental or physical,
affects the hypothalamus, causing the adrenal
glands to increase the production of cortisol
(the stress hormone). As we were not designed
to function under long-term stress, continued
high levels of cortisol have a detrimental effect
upon our health.
Cortisol has a negative effect on numerous areas
in the body including digestion, glucose and
fat metabolism (causing weight gain), sleep
(interferes with deep sleep known as REM sleep)
and memory. Stress is known to have a negative
effect on sexual function, libido, frigidity,
fertility, sperm count and mobility, uncomfortable
signs of menopause, PMS, etc. more
on stress
Maca has been used traditionally to increase
energy and to promote improvement in both stamina
and endurance in athletes. Unlike caffeine,
Maca is a healthy choice for increasing energy
because it is not a stimulant. The steady enhancement
of both physical and mental energy makes Maca
Live™
an ideal supplement for students, professionals,
writers, athletes and anyone who needs a lift.
The fact that Maca contains no stimulants but
obtains its benefit from vitamins and minerals
makes it especially beneficial for individuals
who are constantly fatiqued. Many people who
use Maca also report increased mental clarity.
When it comes to dealing with stress effectively,
proper functioning of the adrenal glands is
paramount. The adrenals are among the most beleaguered
glands in the endocrine system, as they must
endure the brunt of our emotional health on
a daily basis.
It’s critical that the adrenals remain
vital and healthy as they are great providers
of many hormones and as they’re heavily
relied upon during our physical changes in life
and times of stress.
As
an adaptogen, Maca effectively tones and strengthens
the adrenal glands and thus the entire body,
giving us the ability to effectively combat
stress.
Rebuilding exhausted adrenal glands will take
time according to the degree of exhaustion of
the adrenals. In most cases, noticeable increases
in energy occur within a few weeks. Maca is
also recommended by many doctors to increase
energy and vigor in the elderly.
Other adaptogenic benefits include increased
energy, stamina, libido, sexual function, immune
function, mental clarity and a sense of well-being.
Athletes, weight lifters and body
builders are turning to Maca as a natural and
safe alternative to anabolic steroids. The rich
and diverse nutrient content of Maca explains
its many traditional uses and why it is sought
after today.
Maca has no harmful stimulant activity such
as that from caffeine or ephedra. Ideal for
marathoners, martial arts enthusiasts, weary
travelers, and those who maintain intense work
schedules. This is truly a real powerhouse herb.
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Maca
Live™ is not recommended for women on
birth control.
We cannot guarantee
that you will not get pregnant.
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