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Do you need a magnesium supplement? Experts share symptoms of deficiency

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Magnesium is said to be a natural remedy for a variety of ailments — but is it really necessary to supplement, and if so, how much do you need? Fox News Digital spoke to multiple health experts about the multipurpose mineral, which plays a role in over 300 of the body’s enzyme …

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Psychedelics as potential mental health treatment are explored by Trump administration

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The Trump administration has expressed interest in exploring psychedelics for their potential in treating PTSD and other debilitating mental health issues, various officials have shared. “The Department shares the goal of ensuring that all Americans — especially our nation’s veterans — have access to safe and effective treatments for conditions such as …

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Common menopause medication might prevent breast cancer while treating hot flashes

Kulkarni presented the study last week at the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting in Chicago.  The findings are preliminary and have not yet been published in a medical journal. “What excites me most is that a medication designed to help women feel better during menopause may also reduce their risk of invasive breast cancer,” said the doctor, …

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Ozempic users report surprising cravings for certain smells: Here’s what to know

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! While Ozempic and other weight-loss drugs have been shown to have myriad benefits, they can also present some unwelcome effects, primarily nausea, vomiting and other gastrointestinal symptoms. Some are also reporting changes in their sense of smell — sometimes referred to as “Ozempic smell” — as one of the lesser-known side effects …

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More seniors are using cannabis than ever before despite health risks, research shows

While polls have shown that most older Americans use cannabis to improve sleep, reduce pain, alleviate mental health issues and to relax, Krantz shared some potential dangers of the habit. Those include increased risk of cardiovascular events, such as heart attack, stroke, increased hypertension and tachycardia, as well as worsening of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Cannabis may also lead …

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Common supplements and medications could cause liver damage, studies show

“The biggest problem with herbal supplements is that the amount you are taking of active chemicals isn’t strictly regulated, so you don’t know exactly what you are getting,” he said.  “And since several of the supplements are metabolized through the liver, there is now an increasing incidence of liver toxicity in users.” Garcinia cambogia, a popular weight-loss supplement, is among …

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Is Ozempic ruining your teeth? What to know about impact on dental health

Khloe Quill is a lifestyle production assistant with Fox News Digital. She and the lifestyle team cover a range of story topics including food and drink, travel, and health. 

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Study directly compares Zepbound and Wegovy for weight-loss results

Weight-loss medications continue to grow in popularity as an anti-obesity tool — but are some more effective than others? The question was explored in a new study published this month in The New England Journal of Medicine. Researchers compared the safety and efficacy of tirzepatide (brand name Zepbound) and semaglutide (brand name Wegovy) in a 72-week clinical trial. WEIGHT-LOSS MEDICATIONS …

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What is ketamine therapy? Mormon reality stars tout controversial treatment

Season 2 of the reality show “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” depicted one couple — Jen and Zac Affleck — as they went through ketamine therapy, which they claimed saved their marriage.  What is ketamine, and can it really benefit relationships? An anesthetic used to induce sleep before and after surgery, according to Cleveland Clinic, ketamine is also used …

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Popular allergy medications linked to severe withdrawal symptoms, FDA warns

Two common allergy medications could cause a severe reaction in some people who stop using it. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an alert related to cetirizine (Zyrtec) or levocetirizine (Xyzal), warning that patients who stop taking it after long-term use may experience “rare but severe itching,” a condition called pruritus. The itching was reported by people who …

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