A microdose of psilocybin Science Photo Library/Alamy
Early evidence suggests that psilocybin may assist in treating anorexia nervosa, an eating disorder characterised by distorted body image and severe food restriction. In a few small trials, people who took the psychedelic drug saw a reduced severity in their eating disorder.
Psilocybin, the psychoactive substance in magic mushrooms, has previously been shown to improve symptoms of depression, anxiety and addiction. These conditions share similarities with anorexia and often co-occur alongside the eating disorder. Several groups are investigating whether the drug can improve anorexia as well.
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