Pregnancy is a time when expectant mothers tend to pay special attention to their diet and lifestyle to support the well-being of their unborn child. Pregnant women are advised to avoid certain foods, drinks, medications and other products to minimize risk to their developing baby. Over the years as natural health remedies have gained in popularity, we’ve received more questions about the safety of taking maca root during pregnancy. In this article we’ll explore the potential risks, benefits and considerations you should be aware of when choosing whether or not to consume maca root products while pregnant.
Maca root is a vegetable native to the high-altitude regions of Peru and Bolivia. It grows at extreme high elevations in rocky soils and an exceedingly harsh climate. Traditionally, natives to the high mountains have used it as a staple food source and as a natural medicine. More recently, maca root products have made it to the cupboards of people all over the world who attribute a wide variety of benefits to taking it. Maca has been associated with improvements in fertility, energy, skin health, muscle tone and much more. The root is most commonly ground into a powder or made into capsules for easy consumption. And, nutritionally, maca is rich in essential nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, and amino acids. Maca’s ability to provide energy and stimulate hormonal balance make it an attractive option for many, including pregnant women.
For centuries pregnant women in the mountains of Peru and Bolivia have eaten maca before, during and after pregnancy without issue. As an important source or nutrients, maca simply forms an integral part of the average traditional diet. But does that mean that maca root is safe during pregnancy? Or does it indicate that all women should take it without caution? Not necessarily. It’s important to keep in mind that the women in these regions are used to eating maca regularly. Beyond that there are several factors to keep in mind when trying maca during pregnancy.
Maca root has no known contraindications and is generally considered safe to be consumed at recommended serving levels. Therefore, it is not typically seen as risky for most people, including pregnant women. That said, there are some considerations to keep in mind:
Over the years we’ve had several female customers reach out and praise maca’s ability to support them through pregnancy. Here are some of the benefits associate with taking maca during this crucial developmental phase:
The guaranteed safety of using Maca during pregnancy remains inconclusive due to limited research. While Maca offers potential benefits, it’s wise to approach it slowly and with caution especially if you are new to maca or have any underlying conditions. Beyond that it’s also important to listen to your body once you do start taking maca during preganancy. For example, you may be taking maca while pregnant with no issues and then all of sudden notice that you don’t want to eat it anymore. At that point, it’s a good practice to listen to your body’s signals and stop taking it until you crave more. We hope that this article has helped answer the question: “is maca safe during pregnancy?” You can find out which maca we recommend for you here. And finally, as we would recommend with anyone new to maca, please consult with a competent and knowledgeable health care provider for advice if you have any doubts about adding this simple root vegetable to your diet. Enjoy the day!
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