May irritate or increase hyperthyroidism. It supplies a generous amount of iron, potassium, thiamin and niacin. Some of these include vertigo, tinnitus, neurological disorders, Alzheimer's disease, memory and concentration problems, diminished intellectual capacity due to insufficient circulation, and complications of stroke and skull injuries. Persons taking a blood thinning medication such as Warfarin should not use Ginkgo. It aids in the formation of stools and is good for many intestinal disorders.
Irish moss has demulcent and emollient properties.
It may help heal and ease the pain of gastric and duodenal ulcers. It is interesting to note that while using ginseng people working rotating shifts will adapt to a new schedule more rapidly. Also, people using ginseng can handle larger workloads and are better able to withstand adverse conditions. Russian athletes have discovered that ginseng enhances their performance. Mental stressors such as neurosis, anxiety, and hyperchondriasis are helped with ginseng.