Side effects and watch-outs
- GI distress
- Insomnia at high doses
- Headache
- ⚠️ Potential thyroid disruption — avoid in thyroid conditions (contains goitrogens)
- Generally well tolerated
Supplement / Testosterone Support
Maca Root (Lepidium meyenii)
Peruvian root vegetable. Improves libido, energy, and exercise performance. Does not directly raise testosterone but reduces SHBG and improves sexual function through non-androgenic mechanisms.
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