Evidence supporting the use of: Macaenes
For the body system: Ovaries

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Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Maca (Lepidium meyenii), sometimes referenced as "Macaenes" due to its bioactive compounds called macamides and macaenes, has a long history of use in traditional Peruvian medicine, particularly for supporting reproductive health and fertility. Traditionally, maca root is consumed to enhance energy, stamina, and sexual function, and it is especially noted for its reputed benefits for women’s reproductive systems, including the ovaries. Anecdotal and ethnobotanical records indicate its use to help balance hormones and alleviate symptoms associated with menopause, such as hot flashes and irregular menstruation, which are linked to ovarian function.

However, scientific evidence supporting maca's effects on ovarian health is limited and mostly preliminary. Some small clinical studies and animal research suggest maca may have a beneficial impact on hormonal balance and may improve subjective symptoms related to reproductive health. For example, a few studies have reported improvements in menopausal symptoms and libido, but these effects are not consistently replicated or directly linked to ovarian function. The mechanisms are not clearly understood, and no robust, large-scale clinical trials directly confirm maca's efficacy in supporting or improving ovarian health.

In summary, while the traditional use of maca to support ovarian and overall reproductive health is well-established, scientific validation remains modest, and evidence quality is generally considered low to moderate.

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