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Gabapentin’s off-label use is skyrocketing—people are turning to it for anxiety, tremors, and even depression—but beware: it can cause mood swings, hallucinations, and in older adults, even dementia. One listener’s heartbreaking story reveals how quickly a loved one’s mental state can shift after starting the drug, underscoring the need for careful doctor-patient conversations. Meanwhile, kidney disease patients may benefit more from plant-based proteins—even though some legumes pack more potassium than meat—highlighting how nuanced health decisions really are.

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