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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Nina Massey

Magic mushroom ingredient could help treat anorexia, research suggests

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Psilocybin, the active ingredient in magic mushrooms, may be a potential treatment for anorexia, new research suggests.

A single dose of the psychedelic, given alongside psychological support, is a safe and acceptable treatment for patients with the condition and may decrease eating-disorder behaviour, according to the study.

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