Maca is great for both men and women. 
-BENEFITS OF MACA
1. It Increases Libido in Men and Women
Reduced sexual desire is a common problem among adults.
Consequently, interest in herbs and plants that naturally boost libido is great.
Maca has been heavily marketed as being effective at improving sexual desire, and this claim is backed by research (5Trusted Source).
2. It May Increase Fertility in Men
When it comes to male fertility, sperm quality and quantity is very important.
There is some evidence that maca root increases men's fertility (7Trusted Source, 8Trusted Source).
A recent review summarized the findings of five small studies. It showed that maca improved semen quality in both infertile and healthy men (9Trusted Source).
One of the studies reviewed included nine healthy men. After consuming maca for four months, researchers detected an increase in the volume, count and motility of sperm (8Trusted Source).
3. It May Help Relieve Symptoms of MenopauseMenopause is defined as the time in a woman's life when her menstrual periods stop permanently.The natural decline in estrogen that occurs during this time can cause a range of unpleasant symptoms.These include hot flashes, vaginal dryness, mood swings, sleep problems and irritability.One review of four studies in menopausal women found that maca helped alleviate menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes and interrupted sleep (10Trusted Source).Additionally, animal studies suggest that maca can help protect bone health. Women have a higher risk of osteoporosis after menopause
A review from 2010 that included four randomized clinical studies with a total of 131 participants found evidence that maca improves sexual desire after at least six weeks of ingestion
4. Maca Can Improve Your MoodSeveral studies have shown that maca can enhance your mood.It's been associated with reduced anxiety and symptoms of depression, particularly in menopausal women (14Trusted Source, 15Trusted Source, 16).Maca contains plant compounds called flavonoids, which have been suggested to be at least partly responsible for these psychological benefits
5. It May Boost Sports Performance and EnergyMaca root powder is a popular supplement among bodybuilders and athletes.It has been claimed to help you gain muscle, increase strength, boost energy and improve exercise performance.Also, some animal studies indicate that it enhances endurance performance (17, 18, 19).Moreover, one small study in eight male cyclists found that they improved the time it took them to complete a nearly 25-mile (40-km) bike ride after 14 days of supplementing with maca extract (20Trusted Source).Currently, there is no scientific evidence to confirm any benefits for muscle mass or strength.
6. When Applied to the Skin, Maca May Help Protect It from the SunUltraviolet (UV) rays from the sun may burn and damage unprotected, exposed skin.Over time, UV radiation can cause wrinkles and increase your risk of skin cancer (21Trusted Source).There is some evidence that applying maca extract, a concentrated form of the plant, to your skin may help protect it from UV radiation (1Trusted Source, 22Trusted Source).One study found that maca extract applied to the skin of five rats over a three-week period prevented skin damage from UV exposure (23Trusted Source).The protective effect was attributed to the polyphenol antioxidants and glucosinolates found in maca (24Trusted Source).Keep in mind that maca extract cannot replace a conventional sunscreen. Also, it only protects the skin when applied to the skin, not when eaten.
7. It May Improve Learning and MemoryMaca may improve brain function (25Trusted Source).In fact, it has traditionally been used by natives in Peru to improve children's performance in school (1Trusted Source, 26Trusted Source).In animal studies, maca has improved learning and memory in rodents that have memory impairment (27Trusted Source, 28Trusted Source, 29Trusted Source, 30Trusted Source).In this regard, black maca appears to be more effective than other varieties
8. It May Reduce Prostate SizeThe prostate is a gland only found in men.Enlargement of the prostate gland, also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), is common in aging men (31Trusted Source).A larger prostate can cause various problems with passing urine, as it surrounds the tube through which urine is removed from the body.Interestingly, a few studies in rodents suggest that red maca reduces prostate size (32Trusted Source, 33Trusted Source, 34Trusted Source, 35Trusted Source).It has been proposed that the effect of red maca on the prostate is linked to its high amount of glucosinolates. These substances are also associated with a reduced risk of prostate cancer. 
Maca root powder is very nutritious, and is a great source of several important vitamins and minerals (2).
One ounce (28 grams) of maca root powder contains:
Calories: 91
Carbs: 20 grams
Protein: 4 grams
Fiber: 2 grams
Fat: 1 gram
Vitamin C: 133% of the RDI
Copper: 85% of the RDI
Iron: 23% of the RDI
Potassium: 16% of the RDI
Vitamin B6: 15% of the RDI
Manganese: 10% of the RDI
Maca root is a good source of carbs, is low in fat and contains a fair amount of fiber. It's also high in some essential vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C, copper and iron.
Furthermore, it contains various plant compounds, including glucosinolates and polyphenols