Researchers found that psilocybin, the active compound in magic mushrooms, performs just as well as the commonly prescribed ...

After a tough day, many people open a bottle of beer or wine to relax and de-stress. While it may make you feel better initially, drinking alcohol regularly can make stress and anxiety worse. Here, I ...

However, a recent VCU research study suggests doctors in Virginia may not be asking their patients about something serious: How much alcohol they drink regularly? "Unhealthy alcohol use is the ...

M. Keck Foundation and a research grant from the NIH through the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA). The conditions within a person’s home, family and community affect ...

Sugar alcohol is a compound naturally found in fruits. It is also commercially produced and added to foods and beverages. Because sugar alcohol gives a sweet taste, it can be used as an ...