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Fluffy Unicorn workout supplement could cause heart attacks, stroke: Health Canada

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OTTAWA – Health Canada says Fluffy Unicorn – an unauthorized natural health product promoted as a workout supplement – may pose serious health risks.

Health Canada says laboratory testing on product seized from a shop in Laval, Que., found that it contains undeclared synephrine and higher levels of caffeine than declared on the label.

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When combined, synephrine and caffeine can cause serious side effects ranging from dizziness, tremors, headaches and irregularities in heart rate to seizures, psychosis, heart attacks and stroke.

READ MORE: Caffeine consumption in youth under microscope after teen dies from caffeine overdose

Health Canada says consumers should stop using the product and consult with a health care professional if they have used Fluffy Unicorn and have any health concerns.

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Should additional retailers or distributors be identified, Health Canada says it will take appropriate action.

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