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Ephedra

Also known as: ma huang, ephedrine

DDiscouraged1 studies referenced

Common dosage

Banned in supplements

Category

herb

Description

Banned by the FDA in 2004 due to cardiovascular risks including heart attack, stroke, and death. Previously used for weight loss and energy.

Safety & interactions

BANNED. Associated with heart attacks, strokes, and deaths. No safe dose as a supplement.
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Studies on Ephedra (1)

1.

Efficacy and safety of ephedra and ephedrine for weight loss and athletic performance: a meta-analysis

Shekelle PG, et al. (2003) · JAMA · n=1,820

Meta-analysisPubMed

Health domains

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