TORONTO, Ontario — The psychedelic-assisted therapy psilocybin is being hailed as a breakthrough in treating depression. But in microdosing mushrooms canada , despite recent changes to the law, many people are still able to access the drug only by entering a research study or obtaining a ministerial exemption from Health Canada. That’s allowing shops that sell mushrooms — a hallucinogen that can cause people to see, hear or feel things that aren’t real (hallucinations) — to grow into thriving businesses.
Moms like Ariel, a North Metro mom who wanted to use only her first name for fear of legal trouble, say microdosing helps them stay in a better mood to be a good parent. She has been using the drugs, which she buys online, for more than two years. “I know that a lot of people have tried it and they have not found any positive results,” she says, but she’s convinced the small dose she takes each month is helping her cope with anxiety and depression.
A Beginner’s Guide to Microdosing Mushrooms in Canada
There is no scientific definition of microdosing, but the idea is to take about 1/20th to 1/10th the typical dose of a substance. LSD and mushrooms are the most popular choices, but a number of other drugs can be microdosed as well. Many of those seeking the effects of the drug are looking for something other than the ego dissolution and feeling of connection to the universe often associated with larger doses of psychedelics. They want a boost in energy, increased productivity and less anxiety.
