For many experienced shroomers, the ultimate goal is the ultimate trip. Fungi can open up new dimensions and take us on spiritual journeys like nothing we have ever experienced.
Recreational mushrooms can help creatives tap into a new mind space, and they are celebrated for the ways in which they can help us tap into our own consciousness. But is too much of a good thing sometimes....too much? And is too little when it comes to mushrooms even enough? The answer is microdosing, and you may be surprised to learn about its benefits.
What Is Microdosing?
Microdosing is a growing trend not only for recreational mushrooms but for cannabis as well; it's the practice of using much smaller than normal doses to experience specific benefits without the intensity of a high in the case of cannabis or a trip in the case of mushrooms.
Let's face it: a full dose of shrooms does not work in every setting or occasion. Intense trips are best left to situations where you are in a setting free from obligations or constraints and in cases where you are not required to make important decisions, care for others, or complete work-related tasks. The only exception to this might be an artist or creative type who can turn a trip into an actual work session!
Microdosing allows you to experience the benefits of mushroom gummies without the intensity, opening up the possibility of mushrooms to a much wider audience than perhaps would have considered them in the past.
Benefits of Microdosing Mushroom Gummies
So what are these benefits, and are they worth the hype?
Microdosing mushroom gummies has caught on for good reason, and the benefits are promising. There are no long-term studies available yet, but the anecdotal evidence thus far tells us:
- People who microdose mushroom gummies report a heightened sense of mental clarity as well as increased creative energy.
- Many who microdose gummies feel a decreased level of anxiety and an overall improvement in their moods.
- Others report that after microdosing mushroom gummies, they feel better equipped to tackle and solve problems.
There is no one-size-fits-all experience when it comes to mushrooms, and individual effects will always vary. Your weight, your diet, and even your general mindset can play into how you experience mushrooms at any dosage.
The good news about microdosing is you can test out the effects of a particular strain without going overboard. Microdosing also minimizes the chance you will experience some of the occasional unpleasant effects associated with mushrooms (i.e., a "bad trip.")
Is Microdosing Safe?
If you are inexperienced with shrooming, you may have questions and concerns about safety. Most healthy adults can enjoy mushroom gummies, but this does not mean they are right for everyone.
Consider your own specific health issues—such as medications you may be taking—and whether you are comfortable with a hallucinogenic experience. At microdose levels, the effects will not be as intense, but they could still be present.
If you are trying mushroom gummies for the first time, a trip sitter is always a good idea. Have a friend available to assist you just in case you begin to experience any negative effects.
Avoid mushroom gummies if you have a mushroom allergy or you are taking certain medications, such as blood thinners. You need to be cautious, as mushrooms can interact with them.
While magic mushrooms are also showing massive potential as a treatment for depression and other mental health concerns, be sure to seek treatment from a professional and do not use mushrooms as a substitute for the care and guidance of a mental health provider.
How to Purchase Mushroom Gummies
Most shroomers are familiar with psilocybin, the ingredient in mushrooms that yields its psychedelic effects. In some states, efforts are underway to legalize psilocybin, especially now that it has been highlighted as a possible tool in managing treatment-resistant depression. However, mushrooms containing psilocybin still remain illegal in most areas. They are classified as a Schedule I drug.
One exciting alternative in the world of shrooming is the Amanita Muscaria mushroom, which does not contain psilocybin but has similar trippy and buzzy benefits thanks to muscimol.
Gummies made from Amanita mushrooms are legal to purchase in most areas—with Louisiana as an exception. Be sure to check the laws specific to your own area before ordering mushroom gummies, and only purchase from reputable manufacturers who list their ingredients, dosing guidelines, and testing information.
Road Trip gummies are made using Amanita Muscaria mushrooms for an experience that can be enjoyed in larger doses, as well as microdosing. They come in tantalizing flavors and are the perfect discreet and portable way to add gummies to an adventure or just to an ordinary day.
The effects of Amanita Muscaria mushrooms are a perfect introduction for inexperienced shroomers and can offer everything from a gentle uplift to a spiritual experience.
