1. What is Maca Extract?
Maca (Lepidium meyenii) is an Andean adaptogenic root traditionally used for:
✔ Energy & stamina enhancement
✔ Hormonal balance support
✔ Sexual function improvement

Key Extract Types:
Type | Concentration | Best For |
---|---|---|
Gelatinized | 10:1 | High digestibility |
4:1 Standardized | 0.6% macamides | Cost-effective formulas |
Organic Black Maca | Higher GABA content | Cognitive support |
2. Clinically Proven Benefits
✅ Sexual Health & Libido
- ↑ 40% sexual desire in men (NIH study)
- Improves erectile function better than placebo (Andrologia)
✅ Equilibri hormonal
- Reduces menopause symptoms by 31% (Menopause Journal)
- Supports endocrine function without hormones
✅ Energy & Athletic Performance
- ↓ Exercise-induced cortisol by 27% (J. Sports Science)
✅ Cognitive Function
- Black maca ↑ memory retention by 45% in animal models
Maca vs. Stevia Glycosides Comparison
Paràmetre | Maca Extract | Glicòsids d'esteviol |
---|---|---|
Primary Use | Adaptogen/energizer | Zero-calorie sweetener |
Active Compounds | Macamides, glucosinolates | Rebaudioside A, Stevioside |
Gust | Nutty/malty | 200-400× sweeter than sugar |
Key Benefit | Hormonal balance | Blood sugar control |
B2B Applications | Capsules, powders | Beverages, foods |
3. Optimal Dosing Protocol
For Finished Products:
Aplicació | Dosi diària | Formulari |
---|---|---|
Energy/Stamina | 1500-3000mg | Gelatinized powder |
Sexual Health | 2000-3500mg | 4:1 extract capsules |
Menopausal Support | 1000-2000mg | Standardized liquid |
Cognitive | 500-1500mg | Black maca powder |
Notes crítiques:
- Cycle Usage: 6 weeks on / 1 week off
- Horari: Morning or pre-workout
- Synergists: Ashwagandha (hormonal balance), Ginseng (energy)
4. Safety & Side Effects
- Generally Recognized Safe (FDA GRAS Notice #1047)
- Rare Side Effects:
- Mild digestive upset (dose-dependent)
- Headache (sensitive individuals)
- Contraindicacions:
- Thyroid disorders (monitor function)
- Pregnancy (limited research)
5. Bulk Purchasing Specifications
AIHerba’s Premium Maca:
✅ Multiple Varieties:
- Gelatinized Red/Yellow/Black Maca
- 4:1 Extract (0.6% macamides)
- Organic Certified (EU/NOP)
✅ Garantia de qualitat: - Heavy metal testing (Pb<0.5ppm)
- Microbial screening
- HPLC macamide verification
✅ MOQ: 25kg (samples available)
6. Why Choose AIHerba?
- Peruvian Sourced Directly from Junín Highlands
- Custom Processing: Gelatinization, milling, encapsulation
- Documentació:
- Certificate of Analysis (COA)
- Organic Certification
- Allergen Statements
- Compliment global: FDA GRAS, EU Novel Food
7. Where to Buy & Contact
Request Quotes & Samples:
✉ Correu electrònic: liaodaohai@gmail.com
🌐 Web: AIHerba Maca Extract Supply
Special B2B Offers:
- Free technical consultation
- Private labeling available
- FOB/CIF global shipping
8. Key Takeaways
✔ Optimal Forms: Gelatinized for digestibility, 4:1 for extracts
✔ Clinical Dose: 1500-3000mg daily
✔ Differentiate Maca Colors:
- Black: Cognitive/mood
- Red: Hormonal balance
- Yellow: General adaptogen
✔ AIHerba Guarantees: Origin traceability, lab-verified potency
9. References
- Gonzales, G.F. (2012). Ethnobiology and Ethnopharmacology of Lepidium meyenii. Evidence-Based Complementary Medicine.
- FDA GRAS Notice No. GRN 0001047.
- Stone, M. et al. (2009). Maca Reduces Blood Pressure & Depression. Menopausa.
- European Commission Novel Food Catalog: Lepidium meyenii