Maca
Maca Root Benefits for Men: The Andean Root in Maxforce
Maca root has only a few small human trials, and reviews rate the evidence for sexual dysfunction as limited, says Memorial Sloan Kettering. In Maxforce it is second of nine lines in the 82 mg blend, so a gummy holds at least 5 mg of maca extract. The label prints no amount, and the gummy itself has never been studied.
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The root01
What is maca root?
Maca is a root vegetable from the high Andes of Peru, Lepidium meyenii, eaten as food and sold as a powder or extract.
It is the second line on the Maxforce label, listed as "Maca Extract". The label says only "extract": it does not say whether the powder came from the yellow, red or black root, or what the extract ratio is. The brand photo shows a bowl of maca powder.
Maca is often sold for energy and sexual wellbeing. What the sources say is more modest, and the next sections give the numbers.
| Name on the label | Maca Extract |
|---|---|
| What it is | Lepidium meyenii, Andean root |
| Place on the label | 2 of 9 in the 82 mg proprietary blend |
| Amount per gummy | Not printed; at least 5 mg (listed before the 5 mg caffeine line) |
| Amount used in research | No dose in the source used |
| Strength of evidence | A few small trials; limited |
| Marketed or traditional use | Andean food and tonic |
| Main caution | May interfere with testosterone lab tests; may not be safe in pregnancy; talk to your provider with a hormone-sensitive cancer. |
Evidence02
Does maca work for men?
It might help how some men rate their sexual wellbeing, but the evidence is thin. Memorial Sloan Kettering says only a few small trials have been done in humans (MSK, Maca).
In men, preliminary findings suggest maca may enhance subjective sexual wellbeing, and semen-quality data are mixed. Systematic reviews rate the evidence for sexual dysfunction as limited (MSK, Maca). "Subjective" means how a man says he feels, not a measured change.
| Question | Finding |
|---|---|
| Human trials | Only a few, small |
| Sexual wellbeing (self-reported) | Preliminary signs of improvement |
| Semen quality | Mixed |
| Sexual dysfunction | Evidence rated limited |
| Dose in the source | Not stated in the source we used |
The dose math03
How much maca is in a Maxforce gummy?
At least 5 mg, since maca is listed second, before the 5 mg caffeine line. The label prints no exact amount.
Maca is in the group of four lines that must hold at least 57 mg together, so its share is likely above the 9.1 mg an even split would give. Whether it is 10 mg or 25 mg, nobody outside the maker can say.
The source we used gives no dose, so we cannot compare a gummy with a trial. If you see a claim such as "clinically studied maca", ask which study, at what dose, and whether it used this gummy. The answer should be "none", for the gummy.
Cautions04
Is maca safe, and who should be careful?
Maca is a food in the Andes, but supplement forms carry cautions. Memorial Sloan Kettering advises talking to your provider if you have a hormone-sensitive cancer (MSK, Maca).
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding: maca may not be safe (MSK, Maca).
- Hormone-sensitive cancers: ask a provider first.
- Lab tests: maca may interfere with testosterone lab tests, so mention it before a blood test (MSK, Maca).
- Side-effect reports: the source calls them inconsistent.
The label asks anyone on medications or with a medical condition to consult a doctor first. Keep taking prescribed medicine.
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How is maca listed on the Maxforce label?
As "Maca Extract", second of nine lines inside the 82 mg proprietary blend.
A proprietary blend lists its parts by weight order and hides each amount. That is legal, but it means a shopper cannot compare a gummy with any study. Two facts do follow from the order: maca holds at least as much as caffeine (5 mg), and the four lines ahead of caffeine hold at least 57 mg together.
The sales page also mentions maca, and the brand images show a bowl of powder. A bowl of powder is a picture, not a dose. A footnote on the sales page about 567 mg of dry powder suggests the extracts are concentrated, but the page does not say how concentrated for maca.
| Item | Status |
|---|---|
| Position in blend | Second of nine |
| Minimum per gummy | 5 mg (above caffeine) |
| Exact amount | Not printed |
| Root color | Not stated |
| Extract ratio | Not stated |
| Studied as this gummy | No |
Before you buy06
What should you ask a doctor about maca?
Bring the label. A short list of questions makes a short visit useful.
- Does anything I take, or any condition I have, make maca a poor fit?
- Am I due for a blood test that maca might disturb?
- Is a trouble with erections something to check for heart or blood-sugar causes first?
The last question matters most. Erection trouble can be an early sign of other health problems, and a supplement can hide the signal for months. Our guide on erections and heart health explains why doctors ask about it.
If you decide to try Maxforce, the 60-day guarantee and the refund steps describe the return window, including the fine print about sending back all bottles.
Keep reading07
What is the third ingredient in Maxforce?
Catuaba, a Brazilian bark with a folk reputation as a tonic, follows maca in the blend.
Read about catuaba, or go back to muira puama in first place. The ingredients overview compares all nine lines.
FAQ08
Maxforce questions people ask
Is maca the same as ginseng?
No. Maca is the root of Lepidium meyenii, a Peruvian plant in the cabbage family. Ginseng is a different plant. Maxforce lists maca and no ginseng, though the brand's hero image shows a ginseng root as a prop.
What does maca do for testosterone?
The sources we read do not show that maca raises testosterone. Memorial Sloan Kettering says maca may interfere with testosterone lab tests, so tell your doctor if you take it before a blood test.
Is maca safe in a daily gummy?
Maca is eaten as a food in the Andes, but its supplement safety data are limited and side-effect reports are inconsistent. Maxforce holds at least 5 mg per gummy. If you have a hormone-sensitive cancer, ask your provider first.
Which maca color is in Maxforce?
The label does not say. It lists only Maca Extract. Yellow, red and black maca exist, but no color, plant part or extract ratio is printed, so the answer is unknown.
Can women take maca?
We cannot say. Maxforce is marketed to men, and Memorial Sloan Kettering says maca may not be safe in pregnancy or breastfeeding. Anyone who is pregnant or nursing should ask a doctor first.
How long does maca take to work?
No timeline is established in the source we read. Trials were small and varied. Maxforce makes no timing claim, so use the 60-day window to judge how you feel.
Who wrote this09
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