Does Maca have any side effects like rapid heart rate, etc?
#2- Maca Magic Answer: Maca does have side effects. However, it is not known to increase heart rate. Rather, high doses are considered to have a relaxing effect on the heart. Maca has also been tested and shows no toxicity even at high doses. Maca can increase fertility in men and woman. It may be able to disrupt birth control. (This is not known for sure) It can also stimulate graffian follicles in women and cause more frequent menstruation. High doses can sometimes cause fatigue due to deydration and high potassium levels. It may also cause stomach upset in some people using higher doses. Using maca with coffee or other stimulants can sometimes intensify feelings and make people feel “hyper” or “agro”. This is what we know.
