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Mechanism of Action

Endocrine modulation; fertility support

Research Notes

MacaSouth American

Macaenes contribute to overall endocrine-modulating effects observed in Maca use through poorly characterized mechanisms. Traditional Peruvian use for fertility well-documented; mechanistic studies ongoing.

Found In 1 Herb

3D Molecular Structure

Unsaturated fatty acids/hydrocarbons
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Macaenes

Unsaturated fatty acids/hydrocarbonsBioactive phytochemical with therapeutic properties

Representative pattern: C₄H₂NO

Atoms
Carbon
Oxygen
Nitrogen
Hydrogen

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