Maca has been used by the early Incans as a super food. The maca root powder is widely known for their aphrodisiac property that aids in the sex lives of both men and women. Benefits of maca powder include treating infertility, increasing energy and stamina. Because it is organic, maca has the ability to influence hormones without containing hormones itself.
Despite of its beneficial functions, Maca powder has also its possible side effects. As with any medications and synthetic enhancer, a prolonged exposure to maca could also lead to some adverse reaction. Some of the side effects of maca powder includes but are not limited to mental problems, thyroid complications, digestive disorders, hormonal acne, allergies, heartburn, and other possible adverse effects. Most of the complications vary from one person to the other and the severity depends on how the body reacts.
