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What you need to know about Maca!

What is MACA ROOT?

MACA root, also called Peruvian Ginseng is an edible plant that flourishes high in the Andes mountains of Peru. It is a cruciferous vegetable that’s relatable to cabbage, broccoli and cauliflower. It is available in its powered form, liquid extract or as a supplement.
MACA root is nutrient dense and is a rich source of several important vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C, iron, copper, protein, fiber, potassium, vitamin B6 and Manganese. It’s a good source of carbs and contains low fat.

WHY DO YOU NEED MACA ?
– Maca root is an anabolic food and anabolic foods consist of unique compounds that are beneficial for forming muscle fiber. It promotes muscle gain, increases strength, boost energy and improve exercise performance.

– Maca helps to relieve symptoms of menopause. It maintains positive energy and help to stabilise moods in people with mood swings. It has also be shown to help women with hormonal imbalance and PCOS.

– Maca naturally boosts libido in men and women increasing their sexual desire.

– Maca helps to boost male fertility, it has been shown to increase the the quantity and quality of semen in both infertile and healthy men.

– Studies have shown that applying Maca to the skin helps to protect from UV radiation.

– Because of its high amount of glucosinolates, it has been shown to reduce prostate size in enlarged prostate gland and also help reduce the risk of prostate cancer.

– Maca has been used traditionally by the indigenous people of PERU to improve children’s performance in school. Study has shown that it improves general brain functions including learning and memory.

HOW TO TAKE MACA
Maca is easy to incorporate into your diet of daily routine in its powered form or as a supplement. The dose of maca root used in studies ranges from 1.5 – 5 grams daily.

As this to your daily routine for more healthy life, essential for both men and women.

 

Written by: Immaculate Amalu

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Increase your Sperm Motility with L-Carnitine!

Carnitine supplements help sluggish sperm swim, say Italian researchers.The finding could help men coping with fertility issues — specifically, those men whose sperm don’t move very well.

Revving Up Sperm Movement

For a sperm to fertilize an egg, the sperm must be mobile and swim to the woman’s egg. But sperm that don’t move very well aren’t as likely to succeed. Their chances of reaching the egg to start a pregnancy are diminished.

Carnitine supplements might help spur those sperm into motion, say the researchers, who included the University of Padova’s Andrea Garolla, PhD.

Carnitine is available over the counter. But, like all supplements, it’s not regulated by the government, and patients should tell their doctors if they are taking it.

Testing Carnitine

The study was small; only 30 men participated. Their average age was 34. All had sought help for fertility problems. The men were diagnosed with decreased sperm motility.

For three months, the men took a placebo. Then they took 2 grams of L-carnitine supplements orally every day for three months. After that, the men didn’t take anything for another three months.

Semen samples were taken four times: at the study’s start, after taking the placebo for three months, after taking carnitine for three months, and three months after treatment ended.

Temporary Improvement

Sperm motility improved while the men took the carnitine supplements. The placebo didn’t help at all.

The benefit’s extent varied depending on the men’s condition. The key may lie in their mitochondria, the main power source for cells.

Some participants’ sperm had mitochondria that weren’t working properly. Their sperm motility improved with carnitine, but their results didn’t match those with normal mitochondria.

The improvement was temporary. Three months after treatment ended, sperm motility was still a bit better than before the study, but not by much. The men whose sperm motility improved the most with the carnitine supplements had the sharpest drop in sperm motility after the treatment ended.

Meat, poultry, fish, and dairy products are the richest sources of L-carnitine. Tempeh, wheat, and avocados contain some L-carnitine, while fruits, vegetables, and grains contain little. It is primarily made in the liver and kidneys and plays an important role in energy production by mitochondria.

 

Written by: Omojo Emeje

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BPH-Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia…

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) — also called prostate gland enlargement is a common condition as men get older. An enlarged prostate gland can cause uncomfortable urinary symptoms, such as blocking the flow of urine out of the bladder. It can also cause bladder, urinary tract or kidney problems.

CAUSE
The actual cause of prostate enlargement is unknown. Factors linked to aging and changes in the cells of the testicles may have a role in the growth of the gland, as well as testosterone levels.
Men who have had their testicles removed at a young age (for example, as a result of testicular cancer) do not develop BPH.
Also, if the testicles are removed after a man develops BPH, the prostate begins to shrink in size. However, this is not a standard treatment for an enlarged prostate.

SYMPTOMS 
– Increased urination.
-Difficulty starting urine.
-Weak urine flow.
-Inability to control the bladder- stopping and starting urine flow.
-Problem with sexual performance.
-Blood in the urine.
-Kidney damage.
-Bladder damage.
-Bladder stone.
-Urinary tract infection.

RISK FACTORS
-Age.
-Diabetes.
-Heart disease.
– Genetics.
-Lifestyle -obesity increases the risk of BPH, while exercise  can lower your risk.

Supplements for BPH include:
-Saw palmetto: This herb has been used to treat enlarged prostate. The berry in saw palmetto contains ingredients that helps in balancing out hormones.

-Lycopene: Is a food nutrient that is beneficial for prostate health. Food sources includes tomatoes, watermelon, and pink grapefruit.

-Wellman prostate: these combines a potent blend of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and amino acids such as Zinc, Folic acid, Vitamin B6 & B12, Magnesium, L-Carnitine and L-Arginine which have been specifically chosen for their role in supporting healthy male reproductive function, hormonal health and spermatogenesis.

Healthy foods for prostate health are:
-Salmon: Salmon is rich in healthy fats that contain omega-3 fatty acids, which help prevent and reduce inflammation within the body. Other cold-water fish, such as sardines and trout, are also rich in these types of fats.

-Tomatoes: Tomatoes are packed with lycopene, an antioxidant that may benefit prostate gland cells. Cooking tomatoes, such as in tomato sauce or soup, helps to release the lycopene and make it more readily available to the body.

-Berries: Strawberries, blueberry, raspberries, and blackberries are excellent sources of antioxidants, which help to remove free radicals from the body. Free radicals are the by-products of reactions that occur within the body and can cause damage and disease over time.

-Nuts: Nuts are rich in zinc, a trace mineral. Zinc is found in high concentrations in the prostate and is thought to help balance testosterone and Dihydrotestosterone. Besides nuts, shellfish and legumes are also high in zinc.

-Citrus: Oranges, lemons, limes, and grapefruits are all high in vitamin C, which may help to protect the prostate gland.

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