As with isolated L-DOPA, supplementation with Mucuna pruriens has been reported to be associated with nausea, dizziness, and drowsiness.[1][2] Instances of acute toxic psychosis linked to the consumption of Mucuna pruriens in its bean form have been reported in Mozambique.[3] This phenomenon is believed to have mainly been a consequence of eating raw, inadequately prepared Mucuna pruriens beans.
What are Mucuna pruriens’ main drawbacks?
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Supplementing with Mucuna pruriens can cause side effects such as nausea, dizziness, and drowsiness. Additionally, there have been reports of acute toxic psychosis associated with the consumption of inadequately prepared raw beans.