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Sep 2023
1h 30m

The Power Of Psilocybin To Heal Our Mind...

Dr. Mark Hyman
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This episode is brought to you by Rupa Health, Sensate, ButcherBox, and Thrive Market. We’re in the midst of a psychedelic renaissance. Compounds that have long been considered recreational drugs by conventional standards are finally being recognized through science as powerful tools for overcoming hard-to-treat health issues like PTSD, depression, addiction ... Show More
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