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Maca in SodaBoost: What the Research Shows at Real Doses
Maca is an Andean root listed second in SodaBoost's 82 mg blend. The label hides its amount, but label math caps it near 33 mg. Maca trials used 1.5 to 3.5 g a day for 2 to 12 weeks and found only limited evidence (Shin et al., 2010). One gummy cannot copy those doses.
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The plant
What is maca and where does it come from?
Maca (Lepidium meyenii) is a root crop from the high Andes of Peru. It belongs to the same plant family as radish and turnip.
The part people use is the round, bulb-like root. Farmers dry it and grind it into a tan powder. In the Andes it has a long history as a food, cooked or mixed into drinks.
Supplement makers sell it as plain powder, gelatinized powder or extract. SodaBoost lists "Maca Extract" second in its blend. The label does not say which form of extract it uses or how concentrated it is.
Profile
Maca at a glance: label facts next to research
The table sets the SodaBoost label beside maca research. No study has tested SodaBoost itself.
| Label name | Maca Extract |
|---|---|
| Scientific name | Lepidium meyenii |
| What it is | Andean root |
| Position in the blend | 2 of 9 (labels list blend ingredients from most to least by weight) |
| Amount per gummy | Not disclosed. Part of the 82 mg proprietary blend. |
| Amount used in research | 1.5-3 g a day for up to 12 weeks |
| Strength of evidence | Limited |
| Traditional or marketed use | Studied for sexual well-being and mood |
| Main caution | May interfere with testosterone blood tests; may add to some blood pressure medicines. |
Dose
How much maca is in one SodaBoost gummy?
The exact amount is not printed. Maca shares an 82 mg proprietary blend with eight other ingredients, which works out to about 9 mg each on average.
Label order gives a few firm limits. Blend ingredients must be listed from most to least by weight (FDA, Labeling guide). Caffeine sits fifth at 5 mg, so maca, in second place, weighs at least 5 mg. Muira puama, catuaba and green tea extract also need room, so maca cannot pass about 33.5 mg.
| Scenario | Maca per gummy | Share of 1,500 mg | Gummies to reach 1,500 mg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest the label allows | 5 mg | 0.3% | 300 |
| Even split of the blend | About 9 mg | 0.6% | About 165 |
| Highest the label allows | About 33.5 mg | 2.2% | About 45 |
The footnote says the blend equals about 567 mg of dry powders. Even if every bit of that powder were maca, it would still fall short of the 1.5 g low end. The bars below draw the gap with the whole 82 mg as a best case.
Research
What do maca studies actually show?
Maca research is small and early. A 2010 systematic review found only four small randomized trials on sexual function, and the authors judged the evidence limited (Shin et al., 2010).
Four small trials
Doses ran from 1.5 to 3.5 g of maca a day. Trials lasted 2 to 12 weeks. The authors said the trials were too few and too small for firm conclusions (Shin et al., 2010).
Early, self-rated findings
Memorial Sloan Kettering describes early findings on self-rated sexual well-being and calls the evidence limited (MSKCC, Maca). Self-rated means people filled in questionnaires.
What the studies did not show
- No trial tested maca at the milligram amounts a gummy blend can hold.
- No trial tested maca mixed with the other eight SodaBoost ingredients.
- No study shows maca treats erection problems.
- Results from 2 to 12 weeks of daily grams say nothing about one bite-sized dose.
The sales FAQ positions SodaBoost for male energy, stamina and vitality. That is a marketing aim, not a study result for maca at this dose.
Safety
Is maca safe? Side effects and interactions
Maca has a long record as a food. Supplement research covers weeks, not years, so long-term safety in pill or extract form is less clear. Two practical points stand out:
- Lab tests. Maca may interfere with testosterone blood tests (MSKCC, Maca). If your doctor orders one, mention every supplement you take, including this gummy.
- Blood pressure medicine. Maca may add to the effect of some blood pressure drugs. A pharmacist can check your list in a few minutes.
In SodaBoost, maca is one of nine ingredients. Side effects from the whole gummy are more likely to come from caffeine, L-arginine or ashwagandha than from a few milligrams of maca. The full list is on the SodaBoost side effects page.
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Who should not take maca?
Some people should ask a clinician before taking maca as a supplement, especially in a mix of nine actives.
- Anyone pregnant or nursing. The label warning covers this, and maca safety in pregnancy is not established.
- Men waiting on hormone blood work, because of the test interference noted above.
- People on blood pressure, thyroid or diabetes medicine, which also interact with other parts of the blend.
- Anyone under 18. The product is meant for healthy adults.
Erection problems or constant tiredness can signal a health problem and need a doctor. A maca supplement is not a substitute for finding the cause.
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SodaBoost or maca on its own: which matches the research?
If maca is the only ingredient you care about, a single-ingredient maca product can supply the 1.5 g or more used in trials. SodaBoost cannot. Its strength is a different one: a once-a-day chewable with nine named ingredients and a small caffeine dose.
| Feature | SodaBoost gummy | Maca alone at study doses |
|---|---|---|
| Maca per day | Not published (5 to about 33.5 mg) | 1,500 to 3,000 mg |
| Matches trial doses | No | Yes, if the label states grams |
| Other actives | Eight, including 5 mg caffeine | None |
| Format | 1 chewable gummy | Usually powder or several capsules |
| Added sugar | 3 g (6% DV) (FDA, Added sugars) | Depends on the product |
Sodaboostpro is the U.S. stocking partner for SodaBoost and earns money on orders through its links. We still think buyers should know that maca alone, at gram doses, is the only form that lines up with the trials. The full label is typed out on the SodaBoost Supplement Facts page.
Bottom line
Bottom line on maca in SodaBoost
Maca is a real food root with a handful of small trials behind it. Those trials used grams a day. SodaBoost holds at most a few dozen milligrams, so any maca effect from the gummy is unlikely. Choose SodaBoost for the easy daily format and full ingredient list, not for a research dose of maca.
All nine
What else is in the SodaBoost blend?
Maca sits between muira puama, the largest share, and catuaba, the bark with the biggest identity problem. The SodaBoost ingredients overview lines up all nine.
FAQ
Maca FAQ
What does maca do for men?
Maca has been studied in men mainly for self-rated sexual well-being, and the evidence is limited. A review found four small trials using 1.5 to 3.5 g a day for 2 to 12 weeks (Shin et al., 2010). It is not shown to treat erection problems or replace medical care.
Is maca safe to take every day?
Maca is eaten daily as a food in the Andes, and trials gave it every day for up to 12 weeks (Shin et al., 2010). Longer daily use as a supplement has little data. It may interfere with testosterone blood tests (MSKCC, Maca), so tell your doctor you take it.
How many milligrams of maca are in one SodaBoost gummy?
The label does not print it. Maca is second in an 82 mg blend, and caffeine is fifth at 5 mg, so maca must weigh at least 5 mg. Label math caps it near 33.5 mg, which is about 2% of the 1,500 mg low end used in trials.
Does maca affect testosterone levels?
Research has not shown that maca changes testosterone in a meaningful way, and SodaBoost is not a testosterone product. Memorial Sloan Kettering notes maca may interfere with testosterone blood tests (MSKCC, Maca). Low testosterone is diagnosed with blood work and symptoms, not with a supplement.
How long does maca take to work?
In trials, people took 1.5 to 3.5 g of maca daily for 2 to 12 weeks before outcomes were measured (Shin et al., 2010). Those time frames do not transfer to a gummy that holds only milligrams of maca. Track your own sleep and energy for a few weeks instead of expecting a set date.
What are the side effects of maca root?
The best-documented maca concerns are practical ones rather than common side effects. They are possible interference with testosterone blood tests (MSKCC, Maca) and an added effect with some blood pressure medicines. Stop and call your doctor if any reaction appears.
Is maca extract better than maca powder?
Not necessarily. Extracts are concentrated, but the trials in the 2010 review measured maca in grams a day (Shin et al., 2010). A label should state the extract ratio for you to compare. SodaBoost's label does not give a ratio for maca, only a footnote for the whole blend.
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