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CBS News: With RFK Jr. in charge, supplement makers see chance to cash in

As Robert F. Kennedy Jr. takes charge of the Department of Health and Human Services, supplement makers see a major opportunity to expand their influence. With his skepticism of pharmaceutical regulation and a push for "health freedom," the industry aims to make bolder claims, secure government subsidies, and loosen FDA oversight. Advocates praise the shift, while critics warn of the risks posed by unproven treatments.

Press Release: Texas Lawmaker Rep. Cody Harris Introduces Bill to Fund Ibogaine Research for Addiction and Mental Health Treatment

HB 3717, introduced by Rep. Cody Harris and supported by VETS and the Texas Ibogaine Initiative, will fund FDA-approved clinical trials of ibogaine-a potential breakthrough treatment for substance use disorder and other mental health conditions affecting veterans and non-veterans.

The Link Between Sleep and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, and The Healing Power of Ibogaine

Ibogaine shows promise in breaking the vicious cycle between PTSD and sleep disturbances in veterans by improving sleep quality and alleviating PTSD symptoms, according to emerging research from Stanford University and VETS data.

Rewiring The Warrior Mind: How Mikey Learned to Love Himself Through Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy

A veteran’s journey from surviving to truly living, Mikey McKim’s story reveals how psychedelic-assisted therapy helped him confront deep-seated trauma, rediscover self-love, and embrace a renewed sense of purpose.

Salon: A psychedelic plant from Africa holds promise for addiction and trauma — but it's not for everyone.

Despite being illegal in the U.S., ibogaine popularity is growing. Here's why this shrub can potentially heal