AOR Maca - 180 veg capsules
Advanced Orthomolecular Research (AOR) Maca
Maca is an extract of a Brassica-family plant, found in the Andes of Peru. Its traditional uses include helping the body adapt to stress, helping with symptoms of menopause, and supporting sexual function.* Maca’s active ingredients are four compounds referred to as alkaloids which support the act on the endocrine glands to balance the effects of steroid hormones including estrogen, progesterone and testosterone.*
It attempts to raise levels of hormones that are too low, and lowers levels of those that are excessively high.* As an adaptogen, Maca may help to fight stress and increase energy.* It may also help to maintain healthy levels of blood glucose.* In men, Maca potentially helps to maintain sexual function.* In women, it may help to normalize menopause and premenstrual symptoms.*
Benefits
- May supports psychological aspects of sexual function*
- Beneficial for women and men alike*
- Attempts to support menopausal symptoms and hormone levels*
- Traditionally used as an adaptogen*
*Disclaimer
These statements have not been evaluated by Health Canada or the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Recommended Use
Take 2 capsules daily with/without food or as directed by a qualified health practitioner.*
Cautions:
Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you have high blood pressure, are taking anti-depressants, suffer from any psychological disorder or if you are taking blood thinners. Consult a health care practitioner for use beyond 3 months, or beyond 6 weeks for menopausal & post-menopausal women. Pregnancy/Nursing: Consult a health care practitioner*
Nutrition Facts Serving Size: 2 Veg Capsules |
Amount Per Serving |
% Daily Value * |
Maca root (Lepidium meyenii) (4:1 extract) | 750 mg | |
* Percent daily values are based on a 2000 calorie diet
† Daily Value not established Note: Serving Sizes are rounded to the nearest whole serving |
Other Ingredients: microcrystalline cellulose, maltodextrin, silicon dioxide, sodium stearyl fumarate. Capsule: hypromellose.
AOR Guarantees: that no ingredients not listed on the label have been added to the product. Contains no wheat, gluten, nuts, peanuts, sulphites, dairy, eggs, fish, shellfish or any animal byproduct.