Question
Dear Sharon Hubbs;

It is a pleasure to ask you a question, I am very delighted every time I speak with a person who has as much knowledge of herbal medicine as you do. I am always debating whether I should study Iridology and herbology rather than forensic psychology.

I went to an Iridology who explained to me I had female problems with the reproductive system. Since my menstruation comes 1-6 times a year and I have not been able to conceive in the past 7 years she told me to take products from nature's sunshine. She told me I had problems with the digestive system.

I am taking C-X which contains Black cohosh root, Licorice Root, eleuthero Root, Sarsaparilla root, squaw vine herb, blessed thistle herb, false unicorn.

My question was since I am over weight can I continue to use ephedra stackers to lose weight while talking these herb combinations? I have lost 25 LBS since January 2005 and have kept it off with stackers. I want to continue losing weight but fear if I combine them both, one or both might not work.

Thank you for your time.

Sincerely,

Karina Velazquez


Answer
Hello Karina -

Thank you for your kind words.

I don't see much of a problem with an interaction. Ephedra has been known to assist with female complaints and has been used to help regulate female cycles.

I would not use it if the herb Dong Quai was in the mix. Dong Quai is a stimulant and can increase heart rate and would put too much strain on your body.

Congrats on your weight loss, it's a step in a good direction!

I personally do not care for Ephedra as a weight loss supplement. However, if it works for you and you have not noticed any bad body changes then continue to take it. I have done programs myself such as Weight Watchers that have been more successful then Ephedra stackers. I become concerned with Ephedra and long term use. Please use these stackers carefully and do not become dependent on their chemicals.

I hope this information has helped you.

If you would like information on natural and herbal remedies for human and animal concerns please contact me at [email protected] and I will be happy to assist you. I also offer a catalog of specially formulated herbal remedies which I can send you as well.

Thank you and best wishes.

Sincerely,
Sharon Hubbs, AHG
Certified Natural Health Consultant & Herbalist

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Hello Karina -

I was thinking about you yesterday - have you ever tried Green Tea as a diet and weight loss supplement?

I don't know what you are currently using but Trim Spa does not contain Ephedra and has supplements of Green Tea and natural vitamins - just a thought.

I'm not sure if it was you, but I received an IM yesterday for a catalog request - if you would like a catalog, please email me at [email protected] with your address and I will be happy to put one in the mail to you today.

Thanks and have a wonderful day.

Sincerely,
Sharon Hubbs, AHG
Certified Natural Health Consultant & Herbalist