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I just started taking maca and i was wondering if its a good idea to drink wine while taking it?i love drink it with my meals

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Dr. Stephen Southard answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Unclear: There is limited data to suggest that there are issues with taking maca with alcohol. Some data suggests that maca helps the body clear alcohol - though this data is very scant.

Dr Parvez agreed

Answered 7/2/2014

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