Maca is a hormonal regulator, both for men and women. Unlike other plants, such as soybeans, it does not mimic the production of estrogens, the female hormones, but instead stimulates their natural production. Not only that, maca can regulate the production of estradiol, progesterone and limit cortisol, the stress hormone.
It has the ability to balance hormones and regulate mood and has been shown to be effective in combating anxiety and depression.
According to estimates by the WHO (World Health Organization), women suffer from anxiety and depression much more than men.
Hormonal imbalance can have many causes, such as stress, pollution, medications, or inadequate nutrition, and these imbalances can lead to anxiety and depression.
Maca, the Peruvian root used for centuries by women to regulate hormones and sexual function, as well as fertility, has been shown to be effective in treating anxiety and depression after menopause. The reason for these benefits seems to be attributable to flavonoids, although other hypotheses have also been proposed.
This evidence arose from studies carried out on the symptoms of menopause in which this root has proven to be very effective. Although it is not yet clear how maca works to reduce anxiety and depression, many scientists hypothesize that hormonal regulation plays a central role in this regard.
According to scientific research looking at the benefits of maca, you need to take a small dose every day to see improvements. Resetting our complex hormonal balance takes time, and even more patience is needed if symptoms of an imbalance include anxiety and depression.
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