Maca (Lepidium Meyenni) is one of the few edible plants that thrive at high altitudes (over 3800m) in the Peruvian Andes. It is one of today's most beneficial foods and one of the most popular superfoods. It increases energy, strength, and endurance, while it is believed to boost libido and enhance fertility. It is very nutritious, rich in amino acids, minerals, and trace elements. Its high iron and calcium content contributes to the normal functioning of metabolic processes aimed at energy production. Iron helps in the normal formation of red blood cells as well as the transport of oxygen in the body.