rct
    2002

    Effect of Lepidium meyenii (Maca) on sexual desire and its absent relationship with serum testosterone levels in adult healthy men

    Gonzales GF, Cordova A, Vega K

    Published in Andrologia

    Key Findings

    Maca improved self-reported sexual desire after 8 weeks without changing serum testosterone or oestradiol.

    Conclusions

    Effect appears non-hormonal.

    Limitations

    Small sample, self-report endpoint.

    Supplements Studied

    Maca improved self-reported sexual desire without changing serum testosterone or oestradiol.

    Outcomes Measured

    Libido Enhancement

    Maca increased sexual desire without altering serum testosterone.

    Sexual Arousal

    An improvement in sexual desire was observed with Maca since 8 weeks of treatment

    Related Health Concerns

    Decreased Sex Drive

    Study Details

    Year:2002
    Sample Size:57
    Duration:12 weeks
    Quality Score:5/10

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