Maca is a root that belongs to the radish family and used widely in the powder form. Another name that Maca bears is the “Peruvian Ginseng” because the root is grown on the mountains of Peru. Maca is good to be used in salads, smoothies, drinks, cooked food and juices, but never add it to super hot stuff, as it will lose all its benefits.
Many find its taste to be a bit strange, it tastes like toasted oats, but only at initial encounters, later you develop a taste for it and start feeling normal. For medicinal purposes, you can take its capsules also. However, do not take too much of it, it can have adverse effects on your hormones. 
Skin
Maca has properties that remove the acne and blemishes from your skin. Another benefit that Maca has for your skin is its ability to decrease the sensitivity of your skin. During hot or cold weather, Maca helps your skin to withstand the extreme weathers.
Mood balance
Maca is capable to restore mood balance in human beings, as it relieves feelings of anxiety, stress, depression and mood swings. Some people also experienced an increase in the mental energy and concentration level following the use of Maca.
General health
Maca is an overall health generator. It supplies iron, vitamins, calcium, zinc, iron, magnesium, phosphorus and amino acids to the body. It is an effective way to cure anemia and cardiovascular diseases. If you consume Maca along with a good exercise regimen, you will notice an increase in muscle mass soon. If you have some health issues like cancer or high blood pressure, then you should consult a doctor regarding the use of Maca.
Sexual function
Maca is a very good and effective way to increase sexual performance in both men and women. It boosts your libido and increases the endurance level. It also brings a balance in your hormones and improves fertility level.
Vitamins
Maca is rich in vitamin B vitamins, C, and E. It provides abundance of calcium, zinc, iron, and magnesium, phosphorous and amino acids.
Women’s health and mood
Maca is very effective in solving menstrual and the issues related to menopause in women. It alleviates body pain, cramps, anxiety, mood swings and depression in women. However, if you are pregnant or you are a lactating mother, you should avoid taking Maca.
Summary:
Although, Maca has a recent popularity for being a supplement and a food ingredient but its benefits have been valued for quite a long period now.