The controversial topic- Supplements

[[Jl...]]

Hi I’m new on this platform. In the beginning (a year ago) I couldn’t figure out how to navigate this site. I’ll try again. I saw someone mention the Gingko protocol. I went to a chiropractor yesterday and he gave me a supplement he thought could be helpful. It's a blend of Ashwagandha, Gingko, Cota Kola, and peppermint. What’s everyone’s thoughts on these? I know that the Benzo groups say NO to all supplements but just curious what everyone’s thoughts are here. 

[[PE...]]

I know that Ashwagandha effects gaba in the same way as benzos. I tried it for awhile anyway but got zero effect.

Mabey because my tolerance for gaba drugs.

[[PE...]]

Oh and welcome to benzobuddies 

[[Jl...]]

Hi there thanks for the response. Do you know anything about the “Gingko protocol” I’ve seen people talk about? 

[[PE...]]

No sorry. I just did a google search though. If you are withdrawal from benzos anything that acts the same may proact or make it worse.

 

[[Re...]]

Hello @[Jl...]! I searched it here earlier, tried Ginkgo tablets (pharmacy), lowest dosage, 40 mg I think. I took 2 tablets, it revved up my symptoms.

Peppermint tea helped /helps with nausea big time in the morning. 

I think one should experiment after discussion with a doctor, low - dose, very carefully. I would personally pass on Ashwaganda.. 

Aside from ginger, peppermint, curcuma ( and herbal teas), supplements have a negative effect on me. 

There is an Alternative Treatments, Supplements group here. 

 

[[Jl...]]

@[Re...]thanks I’ll check it out. I decided to go ahead and give the supplement a shot. I’m homebound and be ridden most days darn it. 

[[ns...]]

Ruben ralph watch out for peppermint tea, it's a diaretc. It will dry u out, cause u to pee alot! It's ok for a small bit but be careful. Ginger tea is the same way, it's all so goid going down, seems like u feel better then boom, your peeing, your constipated and your miserable with your symptoms. Just my take on it, I researched peppermint tea as a diaretc  

Be well my friend