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It is presented as a way of improving mood, concentration and creativity – but outcomes have not been there.
A growing trend in Mushroom Micropromoted as a way of improving mood, concentration and creativity, is being synonymous with a marked increase in cases of intoxication in the United States of America (USA).
Health authorities warn that the increasing availability of edible mushroom products such as gums and chocolates marketed as “nootropic” or “smart drugs”, led to several hospitalizations due to poorly labeled or toxic ingredients.
Microdosage consists of Ingestion of very small quantities of psychoadelical mushrooms, below the threshold that causes hallucinogenic effects.
Although mushrooms that have psilocybin continue to be illegal at the national level, the public interest, the search, he has increased By local changes in legislation and scientific research on their potential benefits, explains the.
This demand encouraged companies to market legal alternatives that have non -psychoactive mushrooms. However, to differentiate themselves, some producers have resorted to risky species – such as Amanita, Those with red hats and white spots (and greater toxicity).
Unlike psilocybin, considered safe in therapeutic doses, Amanita mushrooms have compounds as muscarina e Ibotenic acid – which can cause nausea, seizures, cardiovascular problems and, in severe cases, hospitalization. Although they can also induce psychoadelic experiences, they work very differently in the brain and have added risks.
A absence of regulation In nootropic mushroom products it aggravates the danger. Many supplements have only “Owner mixtures”, Without disclosing the exact ingredients, leaving consumers unsure what they are ingesting.
Investigations revealed products that they had, not only toxic mushroom compounds, but also unlavoded additives: Caffeine, ephedrine and mitraginine, a substance present in the Kratom plant.
An alarming case in Virginia took Five people to the hospital after consuming gums that had compounds derived from Amanita. A subsequent analysis of other brands revealed the presence of unlavoded ingredients, including psilocybin.
In another severe incident, more than 180 cases of poisoning They were reported in 34 states in 2023, linked to edible products from the Diamond Shruumz brand. Symptoms included vomiting, seizures and epileptic seizures; An investigation was opened and the products were removed across the country last year.
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has already issued a statement, which warns that Amanite mushrooms are not safeare approved food additives. Despite this warning, continue to be sold Online and in physical stores.
In addition to the problem of hidden ingredients, experts highlight another persistent risk: Incorrect identification.
The mushrooms are distinguishing Visually, and even experienced analysts make mistakes. Elderly and toxic species may seem almost identical, but they differ dramatically in their chemical composition.
In the US, hundreds of people are admitted to emergency services every year after accidentally ingesting poisonous mushrooms.
