General Dosage
1.5-3g gelatinized maca powder daily (or 450-900mg concentrated extract)
Maximum dose: 5g/day of powder (traditional Peruvian consumption can exceed this)
Maca Root Dosage Guide
Evidence:Moderate
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Dosage Recommendations
General recommendation: 1.5-3g gelatinized maca powder daily (or 450-900mg concentrated extract)
Timing: Morning with breakfast; can split into two doses • Take with food for best absorption.
Dosage by Condition
Libido
1.5-3g gelatinized maca dailyModerate
Male fertility
1.75-3g daily for 3-4 monthsModerate
Menopausal symptoms
2-3.5g daily (red maca preferred)Emerging
Energy/mood
1.5-3g dailyEmerging
| Condition | Recommended Dose | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Libido | 1.5-3g gelatinized maca daily | Moderate |
| Male fertility | 1.75-3g daily for 3-4 months | Moderate |
| Menopausal symptoms | 2-3.5g daily (red maca preferred) | Emerging |
| Energy/mood | 1.5-3g daily | Emerging |
Upper limit: 5g/day of powder (traditional Peruvian consumption can exceed this)
Timing & Absorption
Morning with breakfast; can split into two doses
Best taken with food for optimal absorption.
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References
- RCTGonzales GF, Córdova A, Vega K, et al. (2002). Effect of Lepidium meyenii (MACA) on sexual desire and its absent relationship with serum testosterone levels in adult healthy men. Andrologia. DOI PubMed
- ReviewShin BC, Lee MS, Yang EJ, Lim HS, Ernst E (2010). Maca (L. meyenii) for improving sexual function: a systematic review. BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. DOI PubMed