Anti-Therapeutic Action: renal dysfunction

A Terrible Trip: Tubulointerstitial Nephritis and Uveitis Syndrome Triggered by Psilocybe Mushroom Ingestion

A patient experienced serious kidney and eye inflammation after ingesting psilocybe mushrooms, which are known for their hallucinogenic properties. This rare combination of symptoms, called TINU syndrome, had not been previously associated with mushroom use. The case highlights an unexpected and serious health risk from consuming hallucinogenic mushrooms, suggesting that the active compounds may trigger severe inflammatory responses in some individuals.

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Assessment of Heavy Metals in Mexican Dietary Supplements Using Total X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrometry and Health Risk Evaluation

Mexican dietary supplements commonly contain toxic heavy metals like lead, arsenic, and chromium. While individual metal levels in most supplements appeared safe when consumed alone, the cumulative exposure from multiple metals could increase cancer risk over a lifetime. The study found that some popular supplements, particularly those marketed for weight loss and blood detoxification, contained concerning metal levels, especially seaweed-based products and animal-origin supplements. Better regulation and labeling of dietary supplements in Mexico is urgently needed to protect consumers from long-term health risks.

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