Almost every country has its own analog of ginseng, not inferior to it in terms of energy value and healing properties. One of such plants is the Peruvian poppy - how to accept this unique root crop not so long ago, scientists suggested. In fresh, raw form, find Meyen's bug (another name for the plant) is difficult, except in South America, so it is usually dried and ground into powder, which is stored for years. Also, the root crop is extracted, making various preparations based on the raw material obtained.
Application of the root of the Peruvian poppies
The most famous feature of the product in question is the restoration of sexual functions. Maca is considered a powerful aphrodisiac, and is therefore highly valued by men suffering from impotence or other erectile problems.
But for women, the seeds of the Peruvian poppy, from which later grow tubers, are very useful. The plant is used in the treatment of the following pathologies:
- adrenal gland dysfunction;
- endocrine infertility;
- hormonal imbalance;
- Thyroid gland diseases ;
- disorders of the pituitary and hypothalamus;
- migraines and headaches;
- hormone-dependent acne;
- arrhythmia;
- insomnia ;
- overweight;
- depressive conditions;
- hyperprolactinemia;
- fibrocystic mastopathy;
- oncological tumors of the reproductive system;
- menstrual cycle disorders;
- dysmenorrhea;
- deterioration of immunity functions;
- chronic fatigue syndrome;
- deficiency of vitamins;
- reduced operability.
During root research, it was also found that its use is comparable to hormone replacement therapy during menopause. The course of treatment helps alleviate its symptoms and normalize the activity of the ovaries, improve the woman's well-being.
Peruvian poppy powder
As already mentioned, it is problematic to get a natural fresh root of the plant, but the powder from dried maki retains useful properties and valuable ingredients:
- proteins;
- carbohydrates;
- cellulose;
- fatty acids (oleic, linoleic, palmitic);
- sterols;
- vitamins of group B, E, C;
- minerals;
- amino acids;
- microelements (iodine, copper, selenium, zinc, manganese, quartz);
- prostaglandins;
- stigmasterols;
- glucosinolates;
- antioxidants;
- polysaccharides.
It is recommended to start Peruvian poppy with small portions, about 5 g per day. Gradually, the amount of powder should be increased to 1-2 hours spoons. It is believed that to prevent and maintain the body in a healthy state, a minimal dose is sufficient, and in order to obtain a pronounced therapeutic effect, the volume of the root of the poppy should be about 10-15 g. After every 6 days of use, a break must be made for 24 hours.
How to use the powder depends on personal preferences. It can be eaten in its pure form, washed down with water, added to juices, smoothies, salads and other dishes and drinks. The main thing is that their temperature does not exceed 45 degrees Celsius, otherwise the product will lose its healing properties.
Preparations based on Peruvian poppies
A higher concentration of the active ingredients and, correspondingly, a pronounced effect produces the extract from the root crop. It is used to make capsules with different contents of the active component (500, 750 mg).
According to the instructions, the Peruvian maki extract should be taken from small dosages - 1 capsule 500 mg. In the future, you can go to a more concentrated product and increase a single portion. To obtain stable results of therapy, a full 30-day course is necessary, during which 1-2 capsules with an extract of poppy should be taken 1-2 times a day.