Hi Alfie!

Macafem is the brand name of a product that contains maca root. I dont know what else (if anything) that Macafem contains, but the maca root itself is probably very safe.

Maca has been used as a staple food by the indigenous peoples of the altiplano (high plains) of Peru and Bolivia for hundreds if not thousands of years. It is one of the few crops that thrive under the harsh conditions of these extremely high altitudes, and these people have relied on it for sustenance in the same way that other peoples have relied on wheat, corn, rice, etc. This long history of use is fairly strong evidence that maca is safe.

Maca has long had a reputation for balancing hormone function in both men and women, though I cant say whether this has been backed up my modern science. Ive never used it myself, but there are several women who post in this group that take/have taken maca, and most seem to have had a positive experience. Hopefully some of them will share their stories with you.

But thats the crazy thing about menopause: Were all so different, and what works for some women doesnt seem to help others at all, so you sometimes have to experiment for a while before you find the right fit.

Take care!

Lisa

Hello, I think it's safe. But I think it has a "shelf life" in helping you through meno symptoms. So, it won't work forever. It will work long enough for you to get other things together in your life: the old drill -- exercise, good nutrition, your choice of stress control.

Use the macafem, but do everything else you know to keep yourself in the best shape ever. It's all in the balance.

Hi, I've had Maca Maca, not sure what else is in this Macafem, but I trust an herb before I will trust most any doctor.
My doctor told me I was not in the change, and then wouldn't listen to me when I had done research of my own. Herbs were put here for mans/womans use. Just need to read up on anything you consider taking to make sure it might not need another herb with it to keep you in balance, or that you may need to eat prior to taking. Just educate yourself on anything.

I agree with Lisa, I am taking the Peruvian Maca, and from what I have read and a dear friend on here, It is promising, I decided to take it instead of the bio identical horrmones as I believe in all natural. I will keep you posted on my progress.....hugs
Shelley jo

I take Maca Stimulant once inawhile. It doesn't give me anxiety...or wake me up for that matter. I'm not sure it does any good, but it aint doing me any harm either! ha.

I have been on maca since November 08. It has gotten rid of my anxiety and depression most of all. The only meno problem I have now is irregular heartbeat which I am taking natural calm with calcium now. Also trying not to stress over the little things. If it wasn't for maca I would probably be in a mental institute or on zoloft and ativan and still feeling unstable. But like someone said before what works for me probably doesn't work for someone else. Also some people need to take more of it then others. You need to let it work for a while at least a month or two. Your body will tell you if you need more of it. When I was taking 3 a day it did nothing. When I increased to 6 a day it started working. Also I was on macafem at first but found Perivan Maca that was cheaper and it is the same thing and working as well. I wish I would of found maca a year ago when the symthoms were lite instead of having to have gone through what I did last october. Spaceship is right you need to get other things in your life right. Stress plays a big role at least it does in me. I also use the EFT technique for stress it has helped greatly.

Yes it is good but there is some more supplement which is effective then macafem. Black cohosh, red clover combines with dong quai are very helpful for most of the symptoms of menopause. You can go and try some effective herbs which is more effective than macafem.

http://menopause-supplement-reviews.blogspot.com/2013/07/effective-key-ingredients-in-menopause-supplements.html

I didn't use Macafem so I can not say anything about its effectiveness. But my mom had used this supplement for her several menopausal issues and it worked for her. However this supplement didnt work for my aunt who was suffering from hot flashes, night sweats and irregular periods. It's strange but true! For more info about Macafem you may refer this site: http://www.consumerhealthdigest.com/menopause-supplement-reviews/macafem.html

I haven't used it and I can't because it is contraindicated if you have had BC. Bear in mind that just because something is "natural" doesn't mean it is totally safe. People who definitely shouldn't use it are those with hypertension or thyroid problems as it can make them worse. Also, it can disrupt your sleep so take it in the morning not at night. I hope it works for you.

Try black cohosh

Hi everyone! I have to share that I did not find success with soy or black cohosh but I have been using Macafem and it really does work! It has been 1 month and I noticed a change after just one week and even more after that. My hot flashes have disappeared and I am such a positive person now. I am 50 years old and my symptoms started 3 years agoI wish I would have tried this sooner. Good luck on your own wellness journey!

Hi, I didnt ask my doctor about Macafem but my doctor gave me a pamphlet to read about natural products that included Macafem so I chose it and took it for a little less than a year. It works amazing for me, vitamins are safe, I think we should trust them over traditional medicine. I saw a documentary on Netflix called Food Matters where they talk about this!

I want to try macca and chaste berry.

I will respond in 2 months.

I order from Puritan Pride plus it takes about 6 weeks for an herb to take effect.

I have been using black cohosh 500mg 2xdaily and recently added one evening primrose capsule in the PM. For me the primrose oil reduced my hot flashes more than the black cohosh that was why I added it

Hello, I'm 51 and I went through horrible menopause symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats. Looking for a natural treatment I found Macafem, after only one month on this incredible product my hot flashes are gone and I can sleep through the night. It did cause some bloating at the beginning but it went away. I have recommended Macafem to several friends.

GiveMeStrength2LetGo I just checked the maca from puritan pride. Just in case, it has a warning message "WARNING: This product is intended for use by men and is not intended for use by women"