Product Info - Red Maca
Unique Features
Red Maca refers to the colour of the root, variance in taste and antioxidants. Light pink and dark purple maca roots are a rare variety of maca. They are used to make red maca powder, which some people think has the mildest and sweetest taste.
Red maca powder is highly recommended for women, as it may assist with general well-being of the menstrual cycle and supporting healthy mood balance during menopause.
Key Benefits
- Source of antioxidants
- Helps to support emotional aspects of sexual health
- Helps to support healthy mood balance during menopause
Warnings & Precautions
Take special care with Sfera Red Maca:
- if you have high blood pressure
- if you are taking antidepressants or blood thinners
- if you suffer from any psychological disorder and/or condition such as frequent anxiety or depression.
- if you are a woman with hormone sensitive conditions you should avoid Sfera Red Maca. Some of these conditions include breast, uterine and ovarian cancers, endometriosis, and uterine fibroids.
Children and adolescents: Children and adolescents under the age of 18 years should not take Sfera Red Maca.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding: If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, please consult your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider for advice before taking this medicine.
Sources:
[1] SAHPRA Complementary Medicines – Health Supplements Safety and Efficacy.
[2] Sfera Red Maca Patient information leaflet
[3] Canadian Monograph: Maca