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MACA Anyone? - dsouza - 02-28-2016 10:46 AM
So we know this is a great superfood and libido enhancer.
Whose using it and which brand is kicking ass?
RE: MACA Anyone? - renny - 02-28-2016 12:53 PM
I get a roasted Maca powder from a bulk organic co-op here in Ontario called Mountain Path. I forget what I paid for it but I got a kilo and it lasts a long time. I usually mix a tablespoon or two into some coffee or milk in the mornings. It's really sweet like brown sugar or malt. Makes a nice latte. ;)
RE: MACA Anyone? - Alphonse - 02-28-2016 1:52 PM
Black maca from therootofthematter.ca. It's the only maca I've tried that seemed to do anything.
Their tongkat ali is great also. Quite stimulating though so you probably want to cycle it 5 days on 2 days off.
A.
RE: MACA Anyone? - Snoopyace - 02-28-2016 3:25 PM
(02-28-2016 1:52 PM)Alphonse Wrote: Black maca from therootofthematter.ca. It's the only maca I've tried that seemed to do anything.
Their tongkat ali is great also. Quite stimulating though so you probably want to cycle it 5 days on 2 days off.
A.
I completely second everything here. I have had very good luck with both products from here.
RE: MACA Anyone? - Abba - 02-28-2016 6:23 PM
http://barlowesherbalelixirs.com/ has quality and unique products.
I've used him more than once.
RE: MACA Anyone? - LoveInSpain - 03-07-2016 6:56 AM
I picked up a bottle of capsules from a local supermarket in Spain for about 4€ (they were out of date by a few weeks). Seem to be working, but I'd like to try some pure powder.
RE: MACA Anyone? - MMM - 03-07-2016 7:51 AM
(02-28-2016 1:52 PM)Alphonse Wrote: Black maca from therootofthematter.ca. It's the only maca I've tried that seemed to do anything.
Their tongkat ali is great also. Quite stimulating though so you probably want to cycle it 5 days on 2 days off.
A.
Al & Snoop ... Which form of Black Maca are you using ... powder or gelatinized; and how much are you taking to note it working? I've been using supposedly organic powder, but I don't feel a difference.
I've gone through lots of Tongkat Ali, and haven't noticed anything with that either. May have to give both another try.
Thanks!
RE: MACA Anyone? - Alphonse - 03-07-2016 9:51 AM
MMM,
I got the regular powder (I don't even remember the gelatinised form being available at the time).
A.
RE: MACA Anyone? - DarkLord1 - 03-07-2016 11:39 AM
I have an organic maca and am not sure about the details...except for what it does.
RE: MACA Anyone? - MMM - 03-07-2016 1:25 PM
(03-07-2016 11:39 AM)DarkLord1 Wrote: I have an organic maca and am not sure about the details...except for what it does.
What are you findings, Lord?
Thanks!
RE: MACA Anyone? - NikkiReloaded - 03-07-2016 4:15 PM
I swear by it. Macalibrium. They're capsules.
RE: MACA Anyone? - DarkLord1 - 03-07-2016 5:43 PM
(03-07-2016 1:25 PM)MMM Wrote: What are you findings, Lord?
Thanks!
Stronger Libido...delayed ejaculation...and stronger orgasms (which may be a function of the delayed ejaculation)....and it doesn't elevate my blood pressure like ginseng, horny goat weed, and yohimbe.
RE: MACA Anyone? - Samus - 03-07-2016 6:24 PM
I've had really good luck with just about everything I have picked up from therootofthematter. He had some stuff called maca monster several years back and that shit was powerful. I felt like my balls wee vibrating all day when I took it.
The last 2-3 batches I picked up were from a place called themacateam.com. I generally use black gelatanized (sp?) but this time I ordered straight black and it does seem a bit stronger.
Nothing like the maca monster, though. I wish I had stocked up on it when it was still available
RE: MACA Anyone? - moe - 03-13-2016 8:57 AM
Hey Samus
I still see maca monster on their site
http://therootofthematter.net/cgi-bin/itsmy/go.exe?page=15&domain=12&webdir=therootofthematter
Is that not the same thing anymore?
Cheers
M.
RE: MACA Anyone? - NP17 - 03-13-2016 9:38 AM
wow high-dose dopaminergic extracts. Sounds as addictive as it is dangerous.
RE: MACA Anyone? - Ekscentra - 03-26-2016 8:38 AM
I just ordered some raw black Maca powder here, along with Epimedium (the one sold on this site) and Fenugreek (NutriGold). I've had great luck with Fenugreek in the past, and NutriGold has an excellent reputation as a supplement manufacturer. The combination of the three should make an interesting adjunct to mones and subs.
RE: MACA Anyone? - stefdude - 03-26-2016 8:50 AM
I'm not sure about Maca alone.Maca+Ashwaghanda combo did enhance my erection quality and frequency noticeable.
Suma root worked better I think.I used it with Ashwaghanda (I never stop taking it, I cycle it 5-2 or 6-1 and I believe it's a life changer) and found myself extremely horny just after a few days on.Everyday every hour, huge urge to relieve myself alone or not.
As for dopamine I'll start Mucuna Pruriens soon, I'm delaying it because it should be taken with green tea and I'm bored to prepare it.
RE: MACA Anyone? - Ekscentra - 03-26-2016 9:09 AM
OT: I'm curious if anyone here has tried Avena sativa extract. This one intrigues me greatly. I'll probably purchase some in a couple weeks.
What form of maca were you using, stefdude? Black, yellow, red? Gelatinized or raw?
RE: MACA Anyone? - stefdude - 03-26-2016 12:46 PM
(03-26-2016 9:09 AM)Ekscentra Wrote: OT: I'm curious if anyone here has tried Avena sativa extract. This one intrigues me greatly. I'll probably purchase some in a couple weeks.
What form of maca were you using, stefdude? Black, yellow, red? Gelatinized or raw?
Yellow, it's powder not extract.I've used both gelatinized and raw.Maybe gelatinized energized me a bit now that I'm thinking, it was the first one, all the others where non-gelatinized.
RE: MACA Anyone? - Samus - 03-26-2016 6:55 PM
(03-13-2016 8:57 AM)moe Wrote: Hey Samus
I still see maca monster on their site
http://therootofthematter.net/cgi-bin/itsmy/go.exe?page=15&domain=12&webdir=therootofthematter
Is that not the same thing anymore?
Cheers
M.
Hot damn!
I just ordered a kilo of it. That shit has been out so long i had stopped even looking for it on the site.
RE: MACA Anyone? - moe - 03-29-2016 9:19 AM
(03-26-2016 6:55 PM)Samus Wrote: Hot damn!
I just ordered a kilo of it. That shit has been out so long i had stopped even looking for it on the site.
Please let us know if you get the same effects out of it
Cheers
M.
RE: MACA Anyone? - MMM - 04-03-2016 11:40 AM
(03-29-2016 9:19 AM)moe Wrote: Please let us know if you get the same effects out of it
Cheers
M.
Yes, what ^ he said!
https://www.themacateam.com/best-maca It appears, by this reading, that black and red maca is the way to go. Any thoughts from the PROS?
Thanks one! Thanks all!
RE: MACA Anyone? - Ekscentra - 04-03-2016 1:01 PM
Go for the black - trust me on that one.
RE: MACA Anyone? - MMM - 04-03-2016 1:36 PM
(04-03-2016 1:01 PM)Ekscentra Wrote: Go for the black - trust me on that one.
Couldn't wait. Ordered both.
You playing with yours yet, E? IF so, did the directions for dosing come with it; and how much are you taking?
Mucho thanks!
RE: MACA Anyone? - Ekscentra - 04-03-2016 1:46 PM
(04-03-2016 1:36 PM)MMM Wrote: Couldn't wait. Ordered both.
You playing with yours yet, E? IF so, did the directions for dosing come with it; and how much are you taking?
Mucho thanks!
I did, and I'm taking 1 teaspoon per day (raw black maca). Haven't noticed much yet.
RE: MACA Anyone? - MMM - 04-03-2016 2:15 PM
(04-03-2016 1:01 PM)Ekscentra Wrote: Go for the black - trust me on that one.
(04-03-2016 1:46 PM)Ekscentra Wrote: I did, and I'm taking 1 teaspoon per day (raw black maca). Haven't noticed much yet.
Then, WHY should I trust you? *chuckle* JOKING!
Through my readings, the best results have SAID to be around 3-5 grams per day, but I felt nothing at that dosage with the regular white/tan powder.
How many days have you be on it?
RE: MACA Anyone? - Ekscentra - 04-03-2016 4:55 PM
(04-03-2016 2:15 PM)MMM Wrote:(04-03-2016 1:46 PM)Ekscentra Wrote: I did, and I'm taking 1 teaspoon per day (raw black maca). Haven't noticed much yet.Then, WHY should I trust you? *chuckle* JOKING!
Through my readings, the best results have SAID to be around 3-5 grams per day, but I felt nothing at that dosage with the regular white/tan powder.
How many days have you be on it?
I've been on it for around 5 days. Schizandra seems pretty similar, and that took about 10 days for me to start noticing anything. The effects should ramp up over time.
Black maca has the most research behind it and the widest range of benefits. I might end up buying more for the taste as much as for the health benefits.alone. There's another supplier that looks extremely interesting to me...
RE: MACA Anyone? - MMM - 04-05-2016 6:49 PM
Ken’s Maca Tips
1) For freshness after opening, store maca at room temperature, in an airtight, large glass canning jar, away from light and heat. Raw maca can be kept in the fridge or freezer to prolong shelf life, but it will keep just fine at room temperature also. (It is recommended to keep Monster Maca in the fridge) No need to store gelatinized maca in the fridge or freezer though. It will keep very well for 2 years at room temperature.
2) Take lots! The more the better! If you can afford the optimal amount, 2-3 heaped (raw maca) 1-2 heaped (gelatinized) 1-2 rounded teaspoons (Maca Monster) of powder a day is best. (or more on those days when you you are feeling especially good!...) That is just a recommendation from my own experience, but any amount is good, of course. Listen to your body, it will tell you how much you should be taking. If you are unsure as to how you feel when taking maca, use less. If using capsules: a minimum of 6-10 capsules per day is my recommendation, but of course you can always use less. Anytime of day is a fine time to take maca, except it is not recommended to take it after dinner, as it can keep you awake.
3) Take a break from maca every once in a while. It is very important to do this because unless you do, the maca will become ineffective. Take a 1-2 week break after each 6-8 weeks of daily use, or use maca 5-6 days a week instead of 7. Each method works fine. Listen to your body, because it DOES know best!!
4) The easiest and (I think) the best way to take maca is just mix it in a glass of water and drink it, but there are numerous ways to take maca: in hot and cold cereals, smoothies, protein shakes, cooking, baking, salad dressings, soups, etc. etc. Some people like to take maca with fruit juice to dilute it’s taste, but mixing maca with fruit, or fruit juice sometimes causes gas and a little bit of stomach distress. It may not happen with you though, so feel free to check it out.
5) You may feel a little tired or experience some unusual minor effects from taking maca during the first two weeks...it is normal. It is the effect of the maca starting to act upon your hormones. There are all sorts of pleasant things that happen while taking maca, but none of them should be unpleasant or make you feel uncomfortable. If you experience anything which makes you feel unsure or anxious, please see your doctor to make sure it is alright for you to be taking maca. All of the changes and effects which happen while taking maca should be of the nature of “improvements, beneficial, and pleasurable”. I wish you the very best of health and well being. Happy maca-ing! Enjoy!
RE: MACA Anyone? - AlternativeGirl - 04-06-2016 8:48 AM
Great post, MMM! This was helpful. Who's Ken? This guy is just so helpful & cool. I didn't take supplements for a while & when I started again it did take a readjusting period. I personally felt woozy & anxious at one point when I took it on a nearly empty stomach after not taking it for ages. This is great insight & advice.
RE: MACA Anyone? - MMM - 04-06-2016 11:09 AM
(04-06-2016 8:48 AM)AlternativeGirl Wrote: Great post, MMM! This was helpful. Who's Ken? This guy is just so helpful & cool. I didn't take supplements for a while & when I started again it did take a readjusting period. I personally felt woozy & anxious at one point when I took it on a nearly empty stomach after not taking it for ages. This is great insight & advice.
I have no idea who Ken is, but this was the email I got after I purchased my Black Maca from therootofthematter.net. So, I know he's in the chain, if not just a member of their Customer Service squad, Lady A.
RE: MACA Anyone? - denis - 04-12-2016 12:44 PM
Maca is great for horniness.
RE: MACA Anyone? - MMM - 04-14-2016 1:56 PM
All those who have BLACK MACA ... does it actually read BLACK MACA on the package?
Reason I ask is that I got my package four days ago of Red Maca, Maca Monster and SUPPOSEDLY Black Maca which didn't read BLACK maca. I notified the people, and they sent FedEx by to pick up the package that did NOT read BLACK maca. They recent me the package, and I got the EXACT same package that does NOT read BLACK MACA.
Anyone? Anyone?
Thanks!
RE: MACA Anyone? - moe - 04-15-2016 6:22 AM
Can't help there MMM, but I'm more than interested in reading your thoughts about maca monster once you give it a proper shot.
How are you going to supplement? Try each variety for a few weeks to see which one works best? mix them all at once? rotate them?
Cheers
M.
RE: MACA Anyone? - MMM - 04-15-2016 6:43 AM
(04-15-2016 6:22 AM)moe Wrote: Can't help there MMM, but I'm more than interested in reading your thoughts about maca monster once you give it a proper shot.
How are you going to supplement? Try each variety for a few weeks to see which one works best? mix them all at once? rotate them?
Cheers
M.
Had to send another picture to them yesterday, and it appears that they made two mistakes in a row. Waiting for my replacement.
Three days on 3 teaspoons of Maca Monster prior to heading to the gym. So far, nothing noted, Moe. Wondering WHY it's called Maca Monster. What makes it a Monster, or different than normal Maca?
To be continued ...
RE: MACA Anyone? - Bootygoals - 08-06-2016 4:08 PM
Hey I have used it for some time but didn't see much results but based on my research it's a badass with libido. Perhaps I tried it for a short time period
RE: MACA Anyone? - moe - 09-20-2016 12:38 PM
Hey triple M,
An update on the monster maca?
M.
RE: MACA Anyone? - MMM - 09-20-2016 1:00 PM
(09-20-2016 12:38 PM)moe Wrote: Hey triple M,
An update on the monster maca?
M.
Maca Monster and Black Maca did ABSOLUTLEY NOTHING for this 270 pound diabetic, Moe.
Ordered Pine Pollen Powder at SuperMan Herbs which is now Lost Empire Herbs, and did the 3 tablespoons before bed with your favorite beverage test, and had a RAGING BONER!!!
It's supposed to be dosaged at 1 tablespoon 3 X a day. That 3 tbsp before bed is supposed to see if it works for you. My blood sugar has been reading really high lately, and COULD BE the reason why I'm not seeing too much from it lately. Gonna have to dig in, get on my best behavior, and stop the sweet teas and cakes.
Cheers!!!
RE: MACA Anyone? - Snoopyace - 09-20-2016 1:33 PM
(09-20-2016 1:00 PM)MMM Wrote: Maca Monster and Black Maca did ABSOLUTLEY NOTHING for this 270 pound diabetic, Moe.
Ordered Pine Pollen Powder at SuperMan Herbs which is now Lost Empire Herbs, and did the 3 tablespoons before bed with your favorite beverage test, and had a RAGING BONER!!!
It's supposed to be dosaged at 1 tablespoon 3 X a day. That 3 tbsp before bed is supposed to see if it works for you. My blood sugar has been reading really high lately, and COULD BE the reason why I'm not seeing too much from it lately. Gonna have to dig in, get on my best behavior, and stop the sweet teas and cakes.
Cheers!!!
*Heads off to check out Lost Empire Herbs*
Just out of curiosity, have you tried 'Thor's Hammer'?
RE: MACA Anyone? - MMM - 09-20-2016 5:29 PM
(09-20-2016 1:33 PM)Snoopyace Wrote: *Heads off to check out Lost Empire Herbs*
Just out of curiosity, have you tried 'Thor's Hammer'?
No, Snoop, I have not tried Thor's Hammer. You? Sticking with the Pine Pollen powder until I get the urge for something new.
RE: MACA Anyone? - Snoopyace - 09-20-2016 6:43 PM
(09-20-2016 5:29 PM)MMM Wrote: No, Snoop, I have not tried Thor's Hammer. You? Sticking with the Pine Pollen powder until I get the urge for something new.
Might have to give it a try just for giggles. Always looking for something new for playtime.
RE: MACA Anyone? - HappyGoSkillfully - 11-26-2016 11:45 AM
I know this hasn't been discussed in a bit, but thought I'd comment. The Maca I buy is from Longevity Power and it most certainly states Black Maca. It's a 10x concentration.
For the cock. The best thing so far for me has been my experience with their Glow He Shou Wu. The reason I'm on here is I am about to order a new big bottle of it and wanted to see if there's anything else interesting enough to get as well.
My experience with using it on a consistent basis was very good. Two major things to note for me were:
1) amazingly significantly reduced hangover symptoms the day after a night of drinking! Kind of how you feel when you're 18 years old instead of late 40's. Not kidding. This helped significantly.
2) woke with morning wood again on a consistent basis. There was a time for a while that morning wood was a bit of a thing of the past and would only occur occasionally. After continued use of "Glow" it became rare to not wake with morning wood.
I ran out of Glow a while ago and my hangovers are there again and my good buddy morning wood only occasionally says hi again. This is why I am ordering again.
It has been claimed to turn your grey hair back to it's youthful color - I call Bullshit on this one! I shave my head, but can definitely say that when hair does grow in, I have noticed a few more grey flecks on my head as well as more in my beard. Not due to He Shou Wu, but just getting older.
I was using 1 tsp a day mostly, sometimes 2 tsp. I would also have 1 tsp of one of their other herbs or herb blends as well. Maybe the synergy helped? I am still using the other herbs/herbal blends since running out of Glow. But I am now certain that Glow at least contributed if not caused the nice effects above. I take it for 6 days a week (Sunday off) for three weeks, then take a week off. Then back at it.
I want my Glow back!