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 the most beneficial foods today 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 highly nutritious, rich in amino acids, minerals, and trace elements. Its high content of iron and calcium contributes to the normal functioning of metabolic processes that aim to produce energy. Iron helps in the normal formation of red blood cells and the transportation of oxygen in the body.