What's the deal with Maca??

emmab0902

I have read it helps with weight loss but have also read as many stories of it leading to weight gain!!!

Was considering using it for its nutritional aspects and to support distance running but am a tad apprehensive around its effects on body weight.

bwogilvie

I don't know any more about it than what I read on Wikipedia, but I'm skeptical of any claims that anything "helps with weight loss." Who's making the claim, what are their qualifications, and did they do proper clinical trials? Are they trying to sell it, were they paid to endorse it, or do they have no financial involvement?

Psychgrrl

Maca has a lot of fatty acids and amino acids. I've never heard of using it for weight loss. Some people think it gives them more energy, so maybe that's the leap being made.