So you want to try microdosing magic mushrooms after reading about its many benefits but you don’t know where to start? Well, you’ve come to the right place! And if you haven’t read about the benefits of microdosing magic mushrooms, then read our blog on how it can change your life for the better. 

As defined microdosing is consuming sub-perceptual-unnoticeable-amounts of psychedelic substance. So the goal of microdosing is not to have a large noticeable change in mood or mindset, nor are you supposed to have any visual experiences that you get with a normal mushroom dose. 

How Much Should I Microdose? 

No microdose amount will be the same for everyone. This is due to factors in height and weight that can change a person’s reaction to a dose. However, the standard range for a microdose (of dried stems) is 0.15-0.3g. Dr. James Fardiman gave cautious advice in his book, “Psychedelic Explorer’s Guide” when microdosing. He recommends to always start low, then gradually increase the dosage to find out what works for you. However, if you quickly want to find what works best for you then take a higher dose that will garner a noticeable effect and lower it until you find that sweet spot. Typically, a slightly higher dose (of dried stems) is 0.5g-1g and a “normal trip” dose would be 2-3g. 

How Often Should I Microdose? 

Dr. Fardiman recommends taking a microdose every three days and in the morning. The reason being it will give you the most energy when you need it the most and because mushrooms could interfere with sleep. However, there are many schedules that you can follow and you just have to experiment to figure out which one works best for you with your daily routines. The second schedule is for the slightly ‘experienced’ person, and that is to take a microdose every weekday (e.g. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday etc.). Specifically, this is perfect for those that want to test microdosing for potential improvements at work. However, it’s important to note that microdosing too often and without a break can produce tolerance and eventually, cause diminishing returns. For this reason, Dr. Fardiman suggests leaving a couple days between each dose. The third schedule is taking a microdose every other day, which amounts to 3-4 times a week. 

It’s important to take notes on how you feel during this time so you can track the short-term effects as well as the long-term effects. This can also be used to determine whether you need to change up your schedule or your dosage. Another piece of advice is to potentially take a day off of work or any other pressing responsibilities that you may have. This will give you time to observe and notice any unusual effects before proceeding in a more public environment.

What’s the Best Form to Microdose? 

The potency of magic mushrooms vary resulting in an inconsistent psilocybin microdosing experience. On average, the caps of the mushrooms are slightly more potent than the stems as they carry more psilocybin. To combat this inconsistency, the best way to microdose mushrooms is in a powder form. You can do this by grinding dried mushrooms into a fine powder. Remember to weigh the microdose amount before they are turned into a powder. We recommend using an electronic scale for the accurate results. There are a variety of ways to distribute the microdoses for easier ingesting. The first being mushrooms capsules. To do this, you’ll need a capsule filler which allows you to fill many capsules at the same time. The second method is to use micro scoops. Just place your powder in a small container and use a small scoop to measure out your doses.

There are many other ways to microdose besides the pill form. Another popular method is making a mushroom tea with your microdose. It’s easy to make and can be very soothing, especially when mixed with honey. 

To properly store your mushrooms, store them in a cool, dark, and dry place. The expiration date should be a few years or even longer if there is no light, moisture, or heat to affect the psilocybin.

Where Can I Get Mushrooms to Microdose? 

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High-quality products – Here at Shroom Bros, we search far and wide for quality mushroom products. We have high standards and only accept the best to sell on our website. Our specialists know exactly what to look for to get you the best stuff out there. Some of the exclusive areas our mushroom products come from include: Central America, Brazil, Cambodia, Indonesia, and right here in Canada.

Quality control – At Shroom Bros, we go through several steps to make sure that the products you receive are of the highest quality. First, we wear safety gear such as sterile gloves while handling all products. Next, sanitizing shrooms is another important part of our process. While we love our psilocybin trips as well, the fungi that can grow on magic mushrooms is something you actually don’t want! Lastly, you will know that the products you have received from us are sterile because of our air-sealed and tamper-proof packaging. Be sure to reach out to us if your package appears to have been tampered with upon delivery!

Discreet packaging – We understand your need for privacy so we deliver all our packages in discreet packaging. Only the items inside your plain envelope/box will have our branded ‘Shroom Bros’ envelopes inside with our wonderful magic mushroom products. We will also have a discreet return address on the outside of your package. You don’t have to worry about nosy landlords, roommates or family members asking you about what goodies you just received!

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Microdosing Magic Mushrooms

Microdosing mushrooms have rapidly become mainstream in the last couple of years. The topic of psychedelics has been around as late as the 1905s, but it was only until 2011 that it gained a newfound interest. Dr. James Fardiman wrote The Psychedelic Explorer’s Guide: Safe, Therapeutic, and Sacred Journeys, which link microdosing with various benefits and normalized the practice to the mainstream public. With cities decriminalizing mushrooms, stories on various Silicon Valley tech execs swearing by this practice to boost creativity and productivity, and many other people who have found that it changed their life, it’s not hard to see why it’s gaining popularity. 

What is microdosing? 

Microdosing is the act of consuming sub-perceptual-unnoticeable-amounts of a psychedelic substance. Since psychedelics like magic mushrooms are known to essentially rewire the brain, taking minuscule amounts to aim to have the same effect without the high and trippy effect. Essentially, if taken at the right dosage, it can have a wide range of benefits from treating anxiety to increasing productivity. The active ingredient that allows magic mushrooms to have this effect is psilocybin, which can have the same effect as nootropics if taken as a microdose. Nootropics or “smart drugs” is any “natural or synthetic substance that may have a positive impact on mental skills”. They are known to boost brain performance and they are often called cognitive enhancers or memory-enhancing substances. There are natural and synthetic nootropics, ranging from caffeine to prescription nootropics. Other natural types include Lion’s Mane, Panax ginseng, and Creatine. 

 

The Science Behind Microdosing Psilocybin

Psychedelics such as LSD and psilocybin share a similar structure to the chemical serotonin. Serotonin is one of the brain’s most important neurotransmitters and it affects almost everything that we do, such as processing emotion and information. Psilocybin works along a similar pathway to serotonin, which results in your brain producing a similar effect to serotonin. The main effect is to stimulate a serotonin receptor called “5-HT2A” which is found in the prefrontal cortex. Stimulating this receptor results in two key results. The first being triggering the production of “Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF), which stimulates growth, connections, and activity. The second being increased transmission of “Glutamate”, the neurotransmitter most responsible for brain functions like cognition, learning, and memory.

What are the benefits of microdosing magic mushrooms? 

The main benefits of microdosing psilocybin on a regular basis report higher levels of creativity, more energy, increased focus, and improved relational skills. Combined, these can positively impact job performance and in some cases help those struggling to find a clear career direction and purpose. Other psychological issues that microdosing psilocybin can help with is alleviating mood disorders and anxiety. Medically, it is reported to treat cluster headaches, resulting in extended periods of remission. Lastly, it is known to increase spiritual awareness, attitudes of life, and altruism. Ultimately, microdosing psilocybin results in a more positive life experience when taken at the right dosage. 

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5 Ways Magic Mushrooms Can Change Your Life For the Better

I’m sure we’ve seen the classic depiction of shrooms in movies or TV. Usually portrayed as walls moving or perhaps a second head growing on a person. While we’re not saying that these aren’t things that you won’t experience on shrooms, there’s another side to shrooms that have not been reported as much by mainstream media, until recently. 

Scientific experts have been studying shrooms extensively for the past decade and they found that they contain an abundance of health benefits. The magic component that is making all this possible is ‘psilocybin’ which naturally occurs in shrooms. We’ve listed the top 5 benefits that you can experience from consuming shrooms. 

1. Treating depression and easing anxiety 

The discovery that mushrooms have been proven to treat depression and anxiety has led to therapy sessions that involve magic mushrooms: psilocybin therapy sessions. Researchers are on the shroom bandwagon as they found that psilocybin can change certain patterns of the brain. It’s said that the brain becomes more malleable which makes it easier for those to break out their rigid, restrictive patterns. This allows for those struggling to see, feel, and do things in a new way and essentially leaves them feeling more balanced and restored. 

2. Sparking creativity 

Struggling to write that book? Well magic mushrooms can be your answer. Researchers have found that magic mushrooms can boost creativity for up to a week. To obtain these results, psychological tests were done on participants on the day before, the day after, and one week after their shroom experience. These tests were designed to test convergent and divergent thinking, both a component of creativity. Convergent thinking is the process of “taking in lots of information to come up with a single solution to a complicated challenge”, while divergent thinking refers to creating multiple solutions from a small amount of information. Results proved that divergent thinking was increased the day after taking shrooms, while increases in convergent thinking became noticeable after a week. 

3. Smoking cessation and other addictions 

Due to shrooms’ ability to break patterns in the brain, magic mushrooms can help treat substance use disorders. It allows people to see the bigger picture and ultimately, the negative impact their addiction is causing. This was proved through a small pilot study from John Hopkins University which found that psilocybin therapy helped participants quit smoking over a 12-month follow-up period. 

4. Positive shifts in mindset

There are many amazing things about life, but over the course of our life, there are many negative experiences that can change our mindset to become more pessimistic. We close ourselves off and shut out new experiences. This is where magic mushrooms come in and help us open up to certain experiences and essentially gain a sense of novelty again. “Openness” is the term used to describe someone’s attitude towards new experiences and this is associated with other traits like imagination and creativity. 

5. Stimulates growth of new brain cells

This conclusion was only recently discovered through a study conducted to study the effects of psilocybin on fear-conditioned mice. They found that this component allowed the mice to overcome their fear and initiated new neuron growth and regeneration in their brains. While this study was done on mice and not yet humans, this is a significant conclusion that can one day be transferred to humans. 

 

There are countless benefits to consuming shrooms and we’ve only scratched the surface. It is no surprise that shrooms are quickly becoming the new hot trend to solving a myriad of mental health and general health problems. So what are you waiting for? Shop ShroomBros now to experience the magic of magic mushrooms. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]