Maca is growing at high altitudes in the Peruvian Andes. For approximately 2000 years its root has been regarded as a highly nutritious food and as a medicine. Maca is used as a tonic to enhance strength and endurance and as an aphrodisiac to increase male potency and to improve hormonal functions. Its richness in sterols makes it an alternative to anabolic steroids for body builders. For women Maca is regarded as a natural hormonal regulator and healthy alternative to ease symptoms of menstrual pains and menopause, to increase energy, to reduce stress, and to help overcome depression. More info