Introduction: A Closer Look at the “Miracle Berry” A small, red berry indigenous to West Africa is drawing attention in clinical research for its potential to help cancer patients manage a debilitating side effect of chemotherapy. The berry, known scientifically as Synsepalum dulcificum and commonly called “miracle fruit” or “miracle berry,” is being studied for its ability to temporarily alter taste perception, a condition known as “chemo mouth” [1]. This taste alteration can cause food to taste metallic, bland, or spoiled, leading to reduced food intake, poor nutrition, and potentially dangerous weight loss. A small clinical study led by Dr. Mike Cusnir,…

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