DMAA pulled from exchanges, GNC's; health concerns to be investigated Published Dec. 15, 2011 Courtesy of the 6th Medical Group MACDILL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. -- At the request of the U.S. Army, the popular amphetamine-like stimulant, 1,3-Dimethylamylamine, was pulled off Exchange and GNC health store shelves Dec. 3 over concerns of Soldier deaths linked to the substance. The ban will stay in place until the Exchange completes a full investigation into the dangers of DMAA. DMAA is found in many weight-loss and bodybuilding supplements to include, Jack 3D, Oxy Elite Pro, Lipo 6, Hemo Rate. Side effects include elevated blood pressure, heart palpitations, nausea, vomiting, headaches, panic attacks and stroke. These complications are exacerbated by the addition of caffeine (also in many supplements), dehydration, elevated environmental temperatures and extreme exercise. More information on this recall and other Department of Defense recalls is at: http://www.troopsupport.dla.mil/subs/fso/alfood/afamess.asp. DMAA is banned by the World Anti-Doping Agency, the international body that regulates drug use in sports, and Major League Baseball. If you have any questions about this or any other supplement, stop by the Health & Wellness Center or see a medical practitioner at the 6th Medical Group or Brandon Clinic.