Maca Standardized Extract 250 mg Source Naturals Maca is a standardized extract of this hardy and highly valued plant. Maca is grown at high elevations in the Andes region of central Peru, using no fertilizers or pesticides. Maca extract has been used for centuries by indigenous Peruvians as a food source and, based upon traditional Peruvian folk belief, for increasing stamina and energy. Because of this traditional use, maca has been called Peruvian ginseng. Maca is known to contain various nutrients, including amino acids and minerals. Maca also contains sterols and fatty acids, such as linolenic, palmitic, and oleic acid. The biologically active molecule, benzyl isothiocyanate, is also found in maca. Supplement Facts Serving Size: 3 tablets Amount %DV Maca Root Extract (MacaPure) 750 mg (Lepidium meyenii) Standardized to 0.6% macamides and macaenes Yielding 4.5 mg macamides and macaenes Other Ingredients: sorbitol, microcrystalline cellulose, dibasic calcium phosphate, stearic acid, modified cellulose gum, colloidal silicon dioxide and magnesium stearate. Warning: If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your health care professional before using Maca extract. Suggested Use: 3 to 4 Maca tablets daily. Source Naturals Maca is suitable for vegetarians. Contains no yeast, dairy, egg, gluten, soy or wheat. Contains no starch, salt, preservatives or artificial color, flavor or fragrance.
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