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Ketamine therapy, used for treatment-resistant depression and depicted as a marriage saver by Mormon reality stars, is a controversial treatment that can be effective when administered properly under medical supervision, but carries risks such as addiction and adverse health effects.
New research suggests that fasting for more than three days may be necessary to trigger significant health benefits, as observed in a study of 12 participants undergoing a seven-day water-only fast. The study found that protein production changes linked to improved health were only evident after three consecutive days of fasting, indicating that shorter or intermittent fasts may not offer the same benefits. While fasting may hold potential health benefits, it also poses risks, and its effects on a diverse human population are not fully understood. Further research is needed to better understand the long-term health implications of fasting.
The recent death of actor Matthew Perry has brought attention to the drug ketamine. Ketamine is a legal medication used as an anesthetic and has been increasingly used off-label to treat depression and other mental health disorders. While generally safe when taken under medical supervision, recreational use of ketamine can have serious risks, including respiratory depression and cardiovascular overstimulation. The autopsy revealed high levels of ketamine in Perry's blood, suggesting he may have taken it orally and in excessive amounts. Ketamine clinics have seen a rise in popularity, but experts caution against using the drug recreationally and emphasize the importance of medical supervision. Ketamine overdose by itself is rare, but mixing it with other substances or having underlying health conditions can increase the risk of adverse effects.