Can fly agaric be used?
Most people associate fly agaric (amanita muscaria) with poisonous properties and possible eating disorders. However, its components can have a positive effect on the body. When used correctly, red amanita mushrooms improve mood, add energy, add vigor, improve sleep, and activate cognitive functions of the brain. Their useful properties are difficult to overestimate. This Amanita Muscaria Microdosing Guide will provide as much information as possible about micro-dosing, its potential benefits, and caveats.
Contraindication
It is not recommended to use red fly agaric for people:
- With individual intolerance to mushroom components.
- During pregnancy and lactation.
- With a tendency to schizophrenia or the presence of such cases in the family history.
- With any mental illness.
- Those who take strong antidepressants.
- To Children
Useful properties of fly agaric
The main part of the active components of the amanita muscaria is contained in its cap, which is why they are used for therapeutic purposes. Important components include:
- Muscarine – dilates blood vessels.
- Muscarufin is a natural antibiotic that increases the body's protective functions.
- Muscimol - has a calming and sedative effect.
- Ibotenic acid - affects brain neurons.
Taking a course of microdosing of red amanita may lead to improved mood, reduced anxiety and depression, increased energy in the morning, relaxation in the evening, and improved sleep quality. Some people note improvement in the work of internal organs or ease in solving creative tasks.
Red fly agaric is also used in complex therapy in the treatment of addictions, in particular for withdrawal from antidepressants, alcohol, nicotine, and even methadone addiction.
What is microdosing?
Microdosing is the consumption of red mushrooms in quantities that provide a therapeutic effect without psychoactive effects. The dose for microdosing is usually between 0.2 and 2 grams of amanita depending on individual characteristics.
The benefit of microdosing amanita
Microdosing of red amanita may give the following results:
- Increasing the tone and endurance of the body.
- Reduction of depressive states and stress.
- Normalization and improvement of sleep quality.
- Facilitating socialization and creative thinking.
- Peace, joy, and stimulation of creative abilities.
Amanita muscaria microdosing guide
It is recommended to take one capsule in the morning on an empty stomach and in the evening before meals. The course is designed for 30 days with breaks:
- For people weighing up to 80 kg: the recommended schedule of reception is 5/1 (5 days of reception, 1 day - a break).
- For people weighing more than 80 kg: recommended schedule of reception - 6/1 (6 days of reception, 1 day - break).
The effect of microdosing begins to manifest on the 7-14th day of administration, and the maximum result is achieved by the end of the course. Since tolerance to the drug remains low, it is recommended to take a break between courses of at least 2 weeks.
The number of courses per year may vary depending on your psycho-emotional state, lifestyle, and social environment. With high loads, constant stress, or emotional downturns, the number of courses can reach 6 or more per year. For seasonal depression, 3-4 courses are enough. In other cases, the frequency of courses should be adjusted according to general well-being.
Since the sensitivity to dry mushrooms, including amanita capsules and tablets, is different for different people, the dosage should be selected individually, observing your condition and feelings. One capsule in the morning may be enough for some, while others feel better with 3-4 capsules a day.
In what form is it best to take amanita?
Amanita can be consumed in the form of powder, dried caps or capsules. Capsules are the most convenient way of use, as they are tasteless and easy to swallow.
The use of fly agaric in food
Prolonged heat treatment of amanita destroys its psychoactive components, so the therapeutic effect is not achieved. Some people prepare a mushroom by boiling it several times and then frying it with onions and sour cream. However, the taste of amanita remains specific, and its gastronomic value cannot be compared with other mushrooms. Therefore, we recommend focusing on microdosing, which provides a positive therapeutic effect.
Fly agaric tea
Amanita tea is an easy-to-prepare tonic drink. To prepare it, you need to boil 250-300 ml of water, add chopped dried mushroom cap and a teaspoon of lemon juice. Boil for 15 minutes, after which you can add sugar or honey to taste. If desired, you can add green or black tea to mask the taste of amanita.
Features of microdosing
Muscimol, the active component of amanita, oxidizes when in contact with oxygen, so for fresh harvest products, you can start the course with a lower dose, increasing it from the end of winter. Capsules are protected from oxidation, so this recommendation is not relevant to them.
Where to buy amanita muscaria for microdosing?
Finding a trustworthy source is critical. Reliable vendors typically offer transparency about the sourcing and standardization of their Amanita muscaria products. Fly agaric in capsules is often available from online retailers specializing in medicinal mushrooms and ethnobotanicals.
A few of them offer certified fly agaric mushrooms:
- - In the US - Mushroom Holistic's amanita muscaria products.
- - In Europe - OM.SHROOM's amanita muscaria mushrooms.
- - In the UK - Mushroom Mother's fly agaric.
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