Dispelling Myths about Magic Shrooms
Did you know that according to research Central Americans began using psilocybin mushrooms even before Europeans came to the New World's shores? Yes, this fungi dates back to 9,000 years, according to archeological evidence found in Sahara, in which rock art depicted hallucinogenic mushrooms . Magic mushrooms can be both wild or cultivated mushrooms that essentially contain psilocybin . This is a psychoactive and hallucinogenic compound that is one of the most psychedelics, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administrations. However, like every other psychedelic, shrooms have tons of myths tied around them. Lucky for you, we’ve dispelled some of the most common ones here to help you make an informed decision: Myth #1: Magic Mushrooms (Psilocybin) Are Party Drugs Let’s face it, whenever people think of magic mushrooms, they automatically associate them with recreation, high, and parties. However, the fact is several...