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The complete chloroplast genome of Lepidium latifolium linnaeus and phylogenetic analysis of brassicaceae

open access: yesMitochondrial DNA. Part B. Resources, 2021
The complete chloroplast genome sequence of Lepidium latifolium Linnaeus was assembled and characterized in the present study. The plastome is 153,989 bp in length, which is comprised of a large single-copy (LSC) region of 83,565 bp, a small single-copy (
Shuai Shang   +4 more
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The Methyltetrahydro‐β‐Carbolines in Maca (Lepidium meyenii) [PDF]

open access: yesEvidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2008
Maca, a plant native to the Peruvian highlands, contains (1R,3S)‐1‐methyl‐1,2,3,4‐tetrahydro‐β‐carboline‐3‐carboxylic acid (MTCA). The family of the tetrahydro‐β‐carbolines has been associated with both biologically helpful and harmful compounds. We present evidence that MTCA is a natural constituent of Maca, and on consumption no toxicity is found ...
Gonzales, Gustavo F.   +1 more
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Maca (L. meyenii) for erectile dysfunction: a systematic review and meta-analysis [PDF]

open access: yesJournal of Men's Health, 2023
Maca (Lepidium meyenii) has been reported to improve erectile function (EF). The purpose of this study was to evaluate the clinical evidence for or against maca as a therapy for erectile dysfunction (ED) in men. We searched 11 databases for randomized
Hye Won Lee, Myeong Soo Lee, Ki Jung Kil
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Lepidium meyenii(Maca) in male reproduction

open access: yesNatural Product Research, 2019
Lepidium meyenii (Maca) is an edible root plant that grows in the Andean region of Peru. For centuries, the plant has been used as a dietary supplement for its nutritional and therapeutic properties. Maca are rich in high value nutritional elements and secondary metabolites (macaridine, macamides and glucosinolates) with high biological activity ...
Tafuri S.   +7 more
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Producción de IFN−γ en cultivos de linfocitos humanos por efecto de los extractos metanólicos de cuatro ecotipos de Lepidium peruvianum, Chacón (Brassicaceae)

open access: yesRevista Peruana de Biología, 2013
Se estudió la actividad inmunoduladora sobre cultivos de linfocitos T humanos de sangre periférica. Se evaluó la producción de IFN−γ inducida por los extractos metanólicos (EM) de los ecotipos blanco, negro, rojo y morado de Lepidium peruvianum (conocida
Libertad Alzamora   +6 more
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A systematic review of the versatile effects of the Peruvian Maca Root (Lepidium meyenii ) on sexual dysfunction, menopausal symptoms and related conditions

open access: yesPhytomedicine Plus, 2022
Background: The Lepidium meyenii plant also known as Peruvian Maca, originates from high altitudes in the Andes, it has a high nutritional content and is extensively used as an herbal supplement for conditions such as sexual dysfunction, semen quality ...
Cherie Bower-Cargill   +2 more
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The possible ameliorative effect of Lepidium meyenii (Maca roots) on monosodium glutamate-induced testicular toxicity in adult male albino rats [PDF]

open access: yesAsia Pacific Journal of Medical Toxicology
Background: Monosodium glutamate (MSG) ranks among the most widely utilized food additives. Reports on its safety are conflicting, with some studies claiming safety and others noting deleterious health effects. The study objective was to evaluate whether
Iman Saleh, Atef Boulos
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Evaluación preliminar del efecto de Lepidium meyenii Walp en el desarrollo embrionario de ratón

open access: yesRevista Peruana de Biología, 2013
La "maca", Lepidium meyenii Walp, especie vegetal nativa del Perú, es un recurso de gran valor nutricional. Además son varias las investigaciones realizadas en la última década en las cuales se ha comprobado sus efectos sobre la fertilidad de mamíferos ...
Guadalupe D´Arrigo   +2 more
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Texture Properties of for the Elderly Base on Enzyme Treatment

open access: yesNatural Product Communications
Objective/background Although Lepidium meyenii Walpers is recognized as a nutrient-dense root with potential benefits for older adults, its dense and fibrous texture limits direct consumption by those with reduced chewing and digestive capacity ...
Dah-Sol Kim, Ju Hong Park
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