Maca is originally produced in Peru. It has been edible in Peru for more than 2,000 years. It is planted on plateaus. Generally, it is most suitable for growing Maca at an altitude of about 3,500m. China introduced Maca in 2011, and there are also large area cultivation in Yunnan and Tibet. The planting area is mainly distributed in Diqing and Shangri-La in Yunnan. The altitude of these two places is above 3000m and there are gentle slopes which are very suitable for the cultivation of maca. 

What nutritional value does Maca have?

Maca contains a variety of nutrients such as carbohydrates, protein, fiber and fat. It is often said that it can improve male sexual function. The macamides and macaenes are the main active substances which obtained from maca extract, they contains special amic acid formed by amino group and fatty acid. These two active substances play an important role in regulating the human endocrine system and are equivalent to human hormones, which can comprehensively regulate human body functions and balance endocrine. 

In terms of anti-fatigue and strengthening immunity, Maca can also reduce MDA content through the body's SOD activity, reduce the accumulation of free radicals, and accelerate the timely removal of lipid peroxides in the body, thereby delaying and anti-fatigue effects, and improving immunity. Experiments have found that maca extract can greatly enhance specific humoral and cellular immunity. 

Who needs to take Maca?

1. Office workers

Office workers didn’t do much physical exercise every day, but their nerves are in a tight state for a long time. Compared with physical exercisers, they are actually more prone to fatigue. At the same time, due to the lack of relaxation and rest for a long time, the lumbar and cervical spine often feel sore and unbearable, accompanied by difficulties in falling asleep and insomnia. 

2. Menopause

The harm of female menopause is not much to say here, most people know it. However, menopause is not unique to women. When men transition from middle age to old age, the changes in hormone levels and psychological state in the body are also changing from prosperity to decline. If the change process is too intense, it will adversely affect the function of the multiple organ system, decreasing the quality of life. It will also show certain physical and mental abnormal symptoms or signs, and may be accompanied by a decrease in serum testosterone levels.