An analysis of past research on ephedra, an over-the-counter dietary supplement, indicates that the pill leads to modest weight loss but poses significant dangers to health. Those include psychiatric problems and a wide range of physical harm, such as damage to the heart and stomach. The analysis also suggests that ephedra doesn’t enhance athletic performance, says Paul G.
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