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NOW Maca Root 750mg (90 Veg Capsules)

Name: NOW Maca Root 750mg (90 Veg Capsules)
Brand: NOW Foods
Rating: 4.5 (14200 reviews)

by NOW Foods

"Peruvian maca root at 750mg — traditional adaptogen for energy, libido, and hormonal balance"

Amazon Rating

4.5/5

Reviews

14,200+

Price Range

$10-14

Servings

90 servings

GMP CertifiedNon-GMOVegan

Our Editorial Rating

8.3

Very Good

FormVeg Capsule

CategoryHerbal Supplements

SubcategoryMaca Root (Energy, Libido, Adaptogen)

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Overview

NOW Maca Root provides 750mg of 6:1 concentrated maca root extract per capsule, equivalent to 4500mg of raw maca. Maca (Lepidium meyenii) is a Peruvian cruciferous vegetable traditionally used for energy, stamina, libido, and hormonal balance. Research supports maca for sexual function, energy, and mood in both men and women. The 90-capsule count provides a 3-month supply.

Key Ingredients

Ingredient	Amount
Maca Root Extract (6:1)	750 mg (equiv. 4500mg raw)

Pros & Cons

What We Like

6:1 concentrated extract
90 capsules = 3-month supply
Supports energy and libido
14,200+ reviews, 4.5 stars
$0.12/day — excellent value

What Could Be Better

Effects are gradual (2-4 weeks)
Not standardized to specific compounds
May affect thyroid (cruciferous)
Research quality is moderate

Who Is This For?

Best For

Energy and stamina support
Libido enhancement
Hormonal balance
Budget adaptogen needs

Not Ideal For

Those with thyroid conditions
Those expecting immediate results
Those wanting standardized extract

Our Verdict

8.3/10 — Very Good

The budget maca with concentrated potency. 6:1 extract provides meaningful maca dosing at $0.12/day. Traditional use and modern research both support energy and libido benefits.