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. 2024 Jun 6:79:100398.
doi: 10.1016/j.clinsp.2024.100398. eCollection 2024.

The increasing popularity of Peruvian maca (Lepidium meyenii) and its potential impacts on sleep and quality of life

Vinícius Dokkedal-Silva  1 , Priscila Kalil Morelhão  1 , Sergio Tufik  1 , Monica Levy Andersen  2
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The increasing popularity of Peruvian maca (Lepidium meyenii) and its potential impacts on sleep and quality of life

Vinícius Dokkedal-Silva et al. Clinics (Sao Paulo). .

Abstract

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    Peruvian maca is a popular supplement consumed to increase energy and sexual health.

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    Studies report it also has anti-sinflammatory and neuroprotective effects.

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    Stimulant properties of this supplement raise questions about its effects on sleep.

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    Investigation of possible reinforcing characteristics is also recommended.

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Conflicts of interest The authors declare no conflicts of interest.

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