Question 1

is it safe to take red maca root supplements with birth control (nexplanon?

Accepted Answer

: Red maca root is a popular supplement it has been used for centuries for its potential health benefits. However, it is important to consider any potential interactions with other medications, such as birth control. There is limited information available on the safety of taking maca root supplements with birth control, it is important to speak with a healthcare provider before starting new regimen.

Question 2

can i take b12 vitamin, zinc, l-arginine, korean panax ginseng, and horny goat weed  with maca thru out the day?  is it safe to take all those?

Accepted Answer

Doses: Hi. Zinc once a day safe in standard over counter doses.  B12 once a day. Arginine 1 to three times a day .  Horny goat weed macs unknown how safe at 20 do you really need arginine and goat weed which are used frequently for sexual performance why take risk.

Question 3

i am a 31 yo m. i have tried everything to boost libido including over the counter such as maca, arginine, horny goat weed, ginseng as well as generic viagra prescription. nothing seems to be working. any suggestions?

Accepted Answer

: I think answered your previous question. You need to see your primary doctor for a basic endocrinology work up even your testosterone level is normal. I think you already ruled out other conditions such as stress, depression, relationship issue, etc. as noted in the previous answer.

Question 4

i'm on birth control pill (gestoden and etynyloestradiol) and my sex drive decreased significantly. is there any supplement that is safe to take with birth control that i could try to take to boost my libido? maca, ginseng, something like that?

Accepted Answer

: No. Pl dont take any supplements as they are ineffective, unregulated, expensive and a waste of money. Discuss your problem with your doc and maybe the dose or the type of pill can be adjusted to help you. Good luck

Question 5

are there any negative health effects associated with taking red ginseng and dim (diindolylmethane) which is a natural estrogen blocker?

Accepted Answer

Rare side effects: These are safe to take together as they have no known interactions. While both are safe, ginseng can cause anxiety and insomnia is some and  rarely high blood pressure, low blood sugar, diarrhea etc.- see http://umm.edu/health/medical/altmed/herb/asian-ginseng for details. DIM is not an estrogen blocker but improves estrogen metabolism, helping it to be metabolized to safer substances.

Question 6

is magnesium blend good to take with korean red ginseng?  - also are most products alright with korean red ginseng?

Accepted Answer

Ginseng ..: I think it says everything that red ginseng is believed to BOTH increase and decrease the immune system.
There are not reliable trials on it. It is not possible to really control what you are getting with it. 
Magnesium, however, is a mineral and unless they are totally lying, the content of it should be reliable and it can't stale. 200-400 mg/day is good.

Question 7

is there a difference between red ginseng and korean red ginseng?

Accepted Answer

Korean red ginseng: Is sometimes simply called red ginseng.  Korean ginseng is stronger than american ginseng.  If it makes you hyper (its a tonic ) please switch to american.  Peace and good health.

Question 8

can lupus patients benefit from red ginseng?

Accepted Answer

No: There is no clinical evidence that this helps.

Question 9

can i use red ginseng if i have a heart condition ?

Accepted Answer

Not known for sure: Ginseng is an herbal supplement. There are thousands of supplements advertised to do all sorts of magical remedies. Very few supplements have real research studies to show benefits (but manufacturers make claims based on theories, animal tests, testimonials, chemical similarities, etc... but not based on real scientific research because real research is hard to do and is expensive to do).

Question 10

can i take korean red ginseng if i have a heart condition and take meds ?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Ginseng can cause side effects and may interfere with blood thinners. Best would be to run it by your prescriber who has a complete list of your conditions and drugs you are taking.

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Is it safe to take red maca root supplements with birth control (nexplanon?

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Can i take b12 vitamin, zinc, l-arginine, korean panax ginseng, and horny goat weed with maca thru out the day? is it safe to take all those?

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I am a 31 yo m. i have tried everything to boost libido including over the counter such as maca, arginine, horny goat weed, ginseng as well as generic viagra prescription. nothing seems to be working. any suggestions?

A member asked:

I'm on birth control pill (gestoden and etynyloestradiol) and my sex drive decreased significantly. is there any supplement that is safe to take with birth control that i could try to take to boost my libido? maca, ginseng, something like that?

A member asked:

Are there any negative health effects associated with taking red ginseng and dim (diindolylmethane) which is a natural estrogen blocker?

A member asked:

Is magnesium blend good to take with korean red ginseng? - also are most products alright with korean red ginseng?

A member asked:

Is there a difference between red ginseng and korean red ginseng?

A member asked:

Can lupus patients benefit from red ginseng?

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Can i use red ginseng if i have a heart condition ?

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Can i take korean red ginseng if i have a heart condition and take meds ?

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