A History Steeped in Mystery “In 1994, I was fortunate to lead a botanical expedition through the Peruvian Andes to search for maca. It soon became apparent that, even in the Andes, maca was incredibly elusive and rare. It is estimated there was only enough maca in Peru to feed…
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Lucraco – Waltheria ovata Herb from Peru
LUCRACO (Waltheria ovata) is a plant used both as a food and in traditional medicine by the rural population who live in the coastal desert of Peru. Lucraco roots traditionally are boiled in water with sugar. It is then thoroughly chilled and served with meals as a healthy beverage. Lucraco has been used from time…
Effects of Peruvian Maca on Hormonal Functions
by Morton Walker, DPM Whether discussions today are about estrogen replacement, the solutions mentioned are generally drugs currently on the market. Lately, however, we’ve been hearing marvellous reports about a hearty plant root cultivated high in the andes of Peru. Known as ‘maca,’ this ancient nutritional source and efficacious endocrine system remedy is being dispensed…
Graviola – Amazon Wonderous Herbal
Over the last fifty years scientists have been studying a group of chemicals only found in the family of plants to which graviola belongs. Different research groups have confirmed the dramatic benefits of graviola. This herbal remedy contains chemicals that have anti-tumorous properties and have selective toxicity against various types of cancer cells…
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