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Maca (Lepidium meyenii) is a Peruvian cruciferous root with a moderate evidence base for female sexual function (Dording 2015 antidepressant-induced sexual dysfunction, small RCT), some evidence for perimenopausal symptoms (Meissner 2006), and mixed evidence for libido and fertility. The 'nursing' framing in the title is concerning — 'nursing' typically refers to breastfeeding/lactation, and maca is NOT recommended during breastfeeding (limited safety data, potential hormone-modulating effects). If 'nursing' here means 'nurturing/care' (poor translation), the ambiguity is a labeling failure. If it genuinely markets to breastfeeding women, it's a safety-inappropriate claim. Additionally, maca's active glucosinolate content varies enormously by species (red, yellow, black maca have different clinical uses per traditional use) and extraction method; this SKU does not disclose color/type or dose. Standard 48/100 near the Rejected threshold: real ingredient with real evidence for specific women's-health uses, but the 'nursing' framing ambiguity and no ingredient specifications keep it low.
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