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.
If you suspect a person is in shock, call 911 or your local emergency number. 1  Then immediately take the following steps: 2  Lay the person down and elevate the legs and feet slightly, unless you think this may cause pain or further injury. 3  Keep the person still and don't move him or her unless necessary.