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Panax Ginseng

What Huberman said

In a list of compounds studied for menopause, Huberman says panax ginseng has been shown to decrease some symptoms associated with menopause, mostly related to libido, although he says the other effects were unreliable. He adds that he is not suggesting anyone immediately start taking these compounds.

Cautions he mentions

  • "I'm not suggesting you run out and immediately start taking any of these compounds."[1]
  • Any hormone-related compound is a serious consideration because of its relationship to breast cancers; talk to your doctor.[1]

Safety notes from independent sources

  • NCCIH says Asian ginseng might lower blood sugar and interfere with blood clotting, so check with your doctor first if you have diabetes or take any medicine. It may be unsafe in pregnancy, so speak to your doctor or midwife first. NCCIH: Asian ginseng

Where he said it

  1. 1
    “has been shown to decrease some symptoms associated with menopause, mostly related to libido”

    The Science of How to Optimize Testosterone & Estrogen

    Episode · 01:24:41 · 2021

    Watch from 01:24:41Episode page

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This page reports what Andrew Huberman has said. It isn’t medical advice and NSDR.co isn’t affiliated with Huberman Lab. Talk to a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or have a health condition. Safety information