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“The world is beset by many problems, but in my opinion, this hijacking of our brain's reward centers by electronic media is potentially one of the most destructive.”

Quote by Andrew Weil

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Andrew Weil, M.D., born on June 8, 1942, is a renowned American physician, author, and advocate for integrative medicine. He has had a significant influence in the field of integrative medicine, promoting the combination of traditional and modern medicine to provide comprehensive healthcare. more

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