Maca has been used for thousands of years by the peoples of Peru, and they eat it daily; even during pregnancy. Acute toxicity and cytotoxicity studies have shown no potential toxicity for Maca. Hundreds of thousands of people have used maca with no reported side effects.
If your child has symptoms of heatstroke, seek emergency medical care immediately. In cases of heat exhaustion or while awaiting help for a child with possible heatstroke: 1  Bring the child indoors or into the shade immediately. 2  Undress the child.  Have the child lie down; elevate feet slightly.
First aid for heat stroke includes: 1  Call 911 immediately. 2  Stay with the person until help arrives. 3  Move to a cooler, shaded location.  Remove as many clothes as possible (including socks and 1  shoes). Wet the person's skin and clothing with cool water.  Apply cold, wet cloths or ice to head, face, neck, armpits, and groin.