Certified Organic Maca
by NOW · Powder
Supplement facts from the label of Certified Organic Maca by NOW: organic raw Maca 2.7 Gram(s).
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Per serving | % DV | Upper limit (adults) |
|---|---|---|---|
| organic raw Maca | 2.7 Gram(s) | — | — |
Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals. Compared only where the unit converts and the limit applies to the form on the label.
On the label
For: Vegan · Vegetarian · Adult (18 - 50 Years) · Kosher · Organic · Gluten Free · Dairy Free
Claim types: All Other · Structure/Function
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions: Suggested Usage: Mix 1 level teaspoon daily into water or your favorite beverage.
Formula re: Contains: Maca (Lepidium meyenii) is grown at high elevations in the Andes region of central Peru. It has been traditionally used for centuries as a food source and as a general energy tonic.
Formula re: Type: More recent scientific data suggest that "gelatinized" Maca may help to support healthy sexual activity and fertility for men.
Formula re: Contains: Clinical data indicate that Maca does not exert a direct effect on endocrine function.
FDA Disclaimer Statement: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Precautions re: All Other: Caution: For adults only.
This page repeats what the label says and the official upper limits for healthy adults. It is not medical advice: ask a doctor, pharmacist or registered dietitian about your own intake, especially if you are pregnant, take medicines or have a health condition.
Label data: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Dietary Supplement Label Database (dsld.od.nih.gov), public domain. Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals (values from the Institute of Medicine, Food and Nutrition Board).