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How Mushrooms Changed Me
Psilocybin mushrooms changed me - how I approach and handle life and how I manage both my emotions and my chronic pain. Psilocybin mushroom research is still in its infancy — you won’t find much science-backed information on the trend of microdosing, especially not...
Psillow & Natural Medicine in 2025
Psillow is mapping new landscapes this year, expanding outside of mushrooms, and towards what mushrooms brings to the table – wellness in many different ways.
Researchers study effects of psilocybin magic mushrooms on brain activity
Back in 2012, a few studies on psilocybin and the brain were published. In several studies, healthy volunteers underwent MRIs, finding that psilocybin reduced brain activity in specific areas. Psilocybin and Effects on the Brain The senior author of those 2012...
Letter to Health Canada Concerning the Special Access Program
As a Canadian, I can not yet do enough, and am not yet empowered to access that which alleviates the suffering of our citizens.
Health Canada considers amending Special Access Program
Health Canada may revise the Special Access Program to allow patients with a serious or life-threatening condition to request access to psychedelic therapy
Four Canadians Approved for End of Life Psilocybin Therapy
In just over 100 days, four Canadians approved for end-of-life psilocybin therapy: the first exemption for legal use of “magic mushrooms” since they were made illegal
A comprehensive overview of psilocybin legality
A comprehensive overview of psilocybin legal status, around the world.
Magic Mushroom 101: Your Psilocybin FAQ
Magic Mushroom 101: Your Frequently Asked Questions about psilocybin and psychedelic mushrooms
Psilocybin and Cannabis Cocktails
How to mix psilocybin mushrooms and cannabis into amazing cocktails
Psilocybin vs. Cancer: Psychedelic therapy in palliative care
Psilocybin is associated with feelings of resolution, understanding and acceptance. It mediates the exploration of oneself and one’s place in the world.
Exploring the effect of microdosing psychedelics on creativity
Prochazkova et al. (2018) begins to address the outcomes of microdosing psilocybin-containing fungi.
Psillow travel guide: British Virgin Islands
Aside from being known as a tropical paradise and tax haven, the BVI have also earned a reputation among those seeking a ‘legal’ mushroom experience.
2018 Psilocybin science roundup
The following are excerpts from studies completed in 2018 that provide information or context on the medical applications of psilocybin
Psilocybin and LSD increase the fractal dimension of thought patterns
A recent study has shown that Psilocybin and LSD increase the fractal dimension of thought patterns
Psillow travel guide: Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Amsterdam has long been known as a city to experiment and explore, one of the few destinations in the western world where drug laws dance in an endless grey area
Types of Psilocybin Mushrooms
Psilocybin mushrooms are found on almost every continent. They are also known as psychedelic or magic mushrooms because of the psychoactive substances they contain.
Psillow travel guide: New Mexico, USA
For a place where magic mushrooms are legal, it almost seems as though no one has noticed. New Mexico, USA has one of the few loopholes that explicitly allow for the growth of psilocybin mushrooms
Psilocybin in the Wild: Microdosing Psilocybin for Arthritis
A personal story of microdosing psilocybin for arthritis pain, and a whole lot more
Magic Mushroom Coffee
Have you heard of mushroom coffee? It is the latest in the superfood health craze, and it actually sounds pretty amazing. Why not kick it up a notch and throw some caffeine and psilocybin in there?
How to Make Psilocybin Mushroom Tea
If you’ve ever eaten psilocybin mushrooms, you know that they taste awful. Turn those dried mushrooms into a nice psilocybin tea.
Mushrooms and Cannabis: A Primer on Mixing Psilocybin with THC and CBD
Cannabis can intensify the mushroom experience, but it may cloud the psilocybin adventure. Learn why and how to mix magic mushrooms and cannabis.
Psilocybin in 2019
2019 has been a dynamic ride for psilocybin: decriminalization, the founding of psychedelic research centers, and even climate activists are advocating for psychedelics
An update on Mungus.ca, former purveyor of fine psilocybin products
Mungus.ca has been shut down, ending their provision of access to reliable psilocybin products
Happy 9/20 from Psillow!
9/20 is the Magic Mushroom holiday, a day to celebrate psilocybin and the mushrooms that contain it!
Psilocybin and the ‘War on Drugs’
Psilocybin mushrooms have entered the public consiousness. They may be the next frontier after cannabis legalisation.
A New Frontier: The Imperial Center for Psychedelic Research, from idea to reality
The Imperial Center for Psychedelic Research, a venture by Dr. Robin Carhart-Harris, raises over $4 million to explore applications of psilocybin therapy
The Battle in Denver – Updates on their Psilocybin vote (May 2019)
Initiated Ordinance 301 is a municipal law intending to reframe magic mushrooms in the eyes and actions of local law enforcement in Denver, Colorado, USA
April 19: Bicycle Day. Celebrating Albert Hofmann’s ‘Problem Child’
Considered the father of modern psychedelic research, Albert Hoffmann’s contributions to the knowledge of hallucinogenic chemistry are foundational
Paul Stamets: From Star Trek to Joe Rogan
The ‘Monarch of Mushrooms’, Paul Stamets, answers all the important questions about magic mushrooms on the Joe Rogan podcast
No pain is the biggest gain of all for psilocybin user Alison Myrden
After receiving Canada’s first medical authorization for psilocybin in 2017, the drug-reform trailblazer is looking to follow cannabis’s lead
Magic Lemon Bars
This psilocybin “lemon tek” spin-off treat is perfect for sharing a psychedelic experience (and great taste!) with friends.