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I have a high family history of breast cancer. is maca root safe to take?
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Maca: This plant is a Peruvian vegetable that is related to a radish. None of its purported uses have sufficient evidence to make it recommended, other than possibly enhancing male sexual desire. There are concerns that maca may have estrogen like effects, making it not recommended for hormone-sensitive conditions such as breast/ovarian/uterine cancer, fibroids, or endometriosis.
Answered 6/21/2018
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It is safe: Maca, is a root that belongs to the radish family. , Its grown in the mountains of Peru, and has been called “Peruvian ginseng.” Maca’s is most commonly available in powder form and has recently been popularized as a supplement and food ingredient There are no serious known side effects and definitely have no estrogenic or hormone like side effects that can enhance breast Ca development.
Answered 7/20/2018
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