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Psilocybin for Major Depression in Adults (2023 Evidence Review)

by GLOOM

The emerging research into psilocybin, a classical psychedelic, reveals its significant potential in treating Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). Historically used in spiritual and shamanic practices, psilocybin’s recent clinical studies have opened new avenues in mental health treatment, challenging traditional antidepressants like SSRIs. Highlights: Psilocybin’s Historical & Clinical Relevance: A natural compound used for millennia, recent …

Vegan & Vegetarian Diets: Mixed Evidence for Depression Risk (Systematic Review Findings 2022)

by GLOOM

A new systematic review examining studies on vegetarian and vegan diets and depression risk has found conflicting evidence, with the quality of studies and reverse causality effects complicating interpretation of the data. Key Facts: 11 of 25 study outcomes linked vegetarian/vegan diets to higher depression risk. 7 of 25 outcomes found lower depression risk with …

Does MSG Cause Headaches? Monosodium Glutamate Research Reviewed

by GLOOM

Monosodium glutamate (MSG), commonly used as a flavor enhancer, has been controversially linked to headaches for decades. Key Facts: Human studies linking MSG to headaches have inconsistent findings, especially when MSG is consumed with food. Studies in which MSG reportedly causes headaches often have methodological flaws like inadequate blinding due to MSG’s strong taste. MSG …

Daith Piercings for Migraine: An Experimental Intervention

by GLOOM

A Daith piercing is a specific type of ear piercing in which the ear’s innermost cartilage fold (i.e. the crus of helix) is penetrated and pierced with a specialized curved needle. According to experts, for a piercing to qualify as a legitimate “Daith piercing” – it must be performed such that the bottom part of …

Alpha-Lipoic Acid & Weight Loss: Does It Actually Work?

by GLOOM

Alpha lipoic acid (ALA), also known as thioctic acid, is an eight-carbon organosulfur compound derived from caprylic acid (octenoic acid). It is widely understood that alpha lipoic acid is manufactured endogenously within the human body and that its presence is essential for aerobic metabolism, or the means by which the body generates energy via breakdown …

Oolong Tea & Weight Loss: Does It Help Burn Fat?

by GLOOM

Oolong tea is a traditional Chinese tea that remains popular throughout south China and Southeast Asia wherein it is referred to as “qingcha” or dark green tea. When translated from Chinese to English, the term “oolong tea” roughly means “black dragon tea.” Similar to both green and black tea, oolong tea is a product created …

Hydrochlorothiazide & Weight Loss: How Much To Expect?

by GLOOM

Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic medication prescribed for the treatment of hypertension and edema (fluid accumulation and retention in bodily tissues) resulting from various medical conditions and prescription medications (e.g. corticosteroids). Other medical conditions for which hydrochlorothiazide is sometimes prescribed to treat include: congestive heart failure, diabetes insipidus, renal tubular acidosis, and kidney stones (as a …