Comment · Thu, March 21, 2013 · Ceretropic
Raw Maca Root (WARNING)
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MisterYouAreSoDumb · 48 points
I started taking raw maca root powder a few weeks ago. It was effective at increasing energy levels and balancing my hormones out. It seemed like a good supplement without side effects. I had one of my friends try some one day and he proceeded to get sick and throw up for 5 hours. It was very strange; almost like an allergic reaction. I felt fine, and did not have any issues, so I thought it was just him.
Then about a week ago my stomach started hurting. It was just low level stomach upset at first. Then a few days later it hit me. I went from low level stomach upset to curled up in a ball on the floor with stomach spasms. I passed out from the pain, and woke up 4 hours later. The major pain had subsided, but my stomach was still very upset. I figured I have food poisoning and gave it a few days. It has now been a week and a half, and the stomach pain has not subsided.
I think I have narrowed it down to SBIO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth). All of my symptoms fit, and I am pretty sure it was caused by the raw maca powder. Either the enzymes left in the root caused it, or there was bacteria in the powder. After doing some more research, raw maca powder can cause digestive…
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MisterMerkin · 1 points
The Maca I bought from Whole Foods was this stuff called Maca Extreme which seems to be processed to yield a more concentrated powder so I doubt there's an issue with that product. But it's good to know to be careful with the more raw stuff.
Are you able to heat it up and cook with it and not lose its properties?
u/MisterYouAreSoDumb · Ceretropic
Yes. Apparently it actually makes them even more pronounced. I roasted my maca powder, so when my stomach is better I'll try it out.