While cannabis is gaining mainstream acceptance, magic magic mushrooms dispensary canada remain an underground business. In a small studio at 800 West Eighth Avenue in Vancouver, Darren Lyman sells his psilocybin mushrooms through an online co-op. He takes three to five calls a day from people seeking the mushrooms as natural medicine and a means to treat mental ailments like depression, alcohol addiction and post-traumatic stress disorder.

Lyman’s mushroom shop is one of many popping up across the country. It’s easy to find mushroom spores and products online, but it’s important to research the source before making a purchase. Look for sellers that follow good manufacturing practices and health Canada regulations. Avoid deals that sound too good to be true; they are often scams.

Magic mushrooms can cause psychedelic effects, such as heightened emotions and senses, happiness, creativity and a distorted sense of self. But the long-term effects of regular use are unknown. High doses can also trigger what is known as a bad trip, with symptoms such as paranoia and a loss of judgement that may lead to risky behaviour, traumatic injuries or even death.

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It is also recommended to use cannabis at the beginning of the psilocybin experience to reduce nausea and anxiety, or at the end to help elongate or calm the trip, depending on the type of cannabinoids used. However, the combination is still illegal in most jurisdictions. Some users prefer to wait until psilocybin has taken effect, but it is important to know the risks of mixing the two drugs.