A couple days ago, I took 3g of Maca (Now Foods brand) after reading some studies and experiences saying that 3g was most effective. I felt a mild boost of energy.
The next day, I decided to take 2g to see if I could detect anything. I also took 2 capsules of Magnesium L-threonate (96 mg altogether) and 2000 IU of Vitamin D along with my breakfast of scrambled eggs and cheese. I also had a small cup of coffee. I had also been vaping and taking CBD oil for a couple weeks, but I didn't take any that day.
Within an hour, I had a terrifying experiences that almost prompted me to call 911.
I started having odd palpitations. Shortly, I had an overwhelming burst of nervous energy where I felt like I couldn't sit down or stop moving for nearly an hour. My heart was racing. I couldn't stop pacing. I tried taking a shower to calm down. I cycled in and out of this intense rush about 5 times, each time for about 10 minutes followed by a 10 minute calm down. Breathing was difficult. About an half and a half later, I was relatively stable. For the rest of the day, my body felt tense.
In hindsight, I do not know why I didn't call 911. It felt like I was going to explode. I couldn't concentrate on anything. I felt like if I didn't shake my arms, walk around my house, or keep moving that I would lose my mind. My heart rate felt like I was sprinting.
When I took the first 3g, I don't remember taking Mg l-threonate simultaneously. I usually drink a medium-sized cup of coffee every day. I did take CBD.
The point of my post is:
1) To ask if there is an obvious reason why I had this horrible reaction
2) To warn against mixing these supplements I listed above if there is no clear answer
At this point I am scared of taking Maca again.
