Food 4 Thought

Food 4 Thought by Neo Gentrics Season 3, Episode 07: Opioids Explained: From Morphine to FentanylCONTENT WARNING: This episode contains a direct and frank discussion of opioids, drug abuse, addiction, and overdose. Listener discretion is advised.What are opioids, and why are they at the center of a public health crisis? In this episode, your host Neo Gentrics continues the essential series on drug awareness with a deep dive into one of the most potent and dangerous classes of drugs. This is a crucial guide to understanding the narcotics commonly used for pain relief.This episode is a scientific and clear-headed breakdown of opioids. Neo Gentrics explains how they work by binding to receptors in the brain, their high potential for addiction, and why they are so tightly regulated. Most importantly, this episode details the critical difference between naturally derived opioids like morphine and highly dangerous synthetic versions like fentanyl.This is your guide to understanding opioids, including:What is an Opi