Menu

4 Ways Maca Can Enhance Your Sex Life

Table of Contents
maca for sex drive

Maca is an amazing root that provides many health benefits and perks for your sex life.

The Peruvian plant grows in the more harsh parts of the Andes but has somehow made its way around the world as a popular aphrodisiac and fertility booster.

Nutritionally, it’s a good source of vitamin C, iron, potassium, and copper, and it has a nice amount of vitamin B.

Featured on BlackDoctor

Maca comes in several shades, and the darker roots are high in tough-to-find iodine.

Maca tends to have an earthy butterscotch taste allowing it to pair nicely with chocolate and smoothies.

In addition to nutritional value, research has been on the rise in maca’s uses for sex drive and libido– with interesting results.

Here are 4 of the ways Maca can help you heat up the bedroom:

1. Rev-Up The Libido

As we age, reduced sexual desire can occur, and interest in boosting the libido can come to the forefront.

There are many ways to do this with prescription drugs, but maca is the perfect solution for someone looking for a more natural approach.

Maca has been heavily marketed as being effective at improving sexual desire, and this claim is backed by research.

A review from 2010 that included four randomized clinical studies with a total of 131 participants found evidence that maca improves sexual desire after at least six weeks of ingestion.

2. Maca Increases Fertility in Men

When it comes to sexual health, reproduction may not be on every couple’s list, but for those looking to conceive, there may be some help in maca. Evidence has shown that maca root increases men’s fertility and can improve semen quality in both infertile and healthy men.

One of the studies reviewed included nine healthy men. After consuming maca for four months, researchers detected an increase in the volume, count and motility of sperm.

3. Reduce Erectile Dysfunction

Maca root could also have benefits for people with erectile dysfunction (ED). A small study in 2009 looked at the effect of consuming 2.4g of maca root per day for 12 weeks on participants’ perception of their general and sexual well-being.

The study participants were males with mild ED. Those taking maca root experienced a more significant increase in sexual well-being than those taking a placebo.

4. Maca Can Boost Energy & Endurance During Sex

Many athletes use maca root as a supplement to increase energy and performance, but who says you can’t take your energy from the gym to the bedroom?

A pilot study in 2009 found that using maca extract for 14 days improved performance for male cyclists in a 40-kilometer time trial.

If you’re looking for a natural way to rev up your sexual engine maca may be the way. Add maca to your diet and see how quickly your relationship heats up!

SHARE
Related Stories
Answer the question below

Gout Survey

People with gout often have sudden, painful flares of joint swelling and redness. How many gout flares have you experienced in the last 12 months?
Have you ever received intravenous medicine for your gout?

Get our Weekly Newsletter

Stay informed on the latest breakthroughs in family health and wellness. Sign up today!

By subscribing, you consent to receive emails from BlackDoctor.com. You may unsubscribe at any time. Privacy Policy & Terms of Service.

More from BlackDoctor

Where Culture Meets Care

BlackDoctor is the world’s largest and most comprehensive online health resource specifically for the Black community. BlackDoctor understands that the uniqueness of Black culture - our heritage and our traditions - plays a role in our health. BlackDoctor gives you access to innovative new approaches to the health information you need in everyday language so you can break through the disparities, gain control and live your life to its fullest.
✦ AI Search Disclaimer
This AI-powered search tool helps you find relevant health articles from the BlackDoctor.org archive. Please keep the following in mind:
✦ For Informational Purposes Only
The information provided through this AI search is for general educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
✦ Always Consult a Healthcare Provider
Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read through this search tool. If you have a medical emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.
✦ AI Limitations
This search tool uses artificial intelligence to help match your queries with articles in our archive. While we strive for accuracy, AI-generated results may occasionally be incomplete, outdated, or not fully relevant to your specific situation.
✦ No Doctor-Patient Relationship
Using this search tool does not create a doctor-patient relationship between you and BlackDoctor.org or any healthcare provider.
Explore over 35,000 articles and videos across black health, wellness, lifestyle and culture
Full AI Search Experience >
×

Download PDF

Enter your name and email to receive the download link.

BlackDoctor AI Search