Instead of smoking magic shrooms, there are many other safe methods for taking the substance. Buy magic mushrooms capsules that come with different psilocybin blends alongside special adaptogens and herbs. It helps in reducing many health risks mentioned above and is considered one of the safest ways to microdose. 

Some people roll this substance on its own while others mix it with either tobacco or cannabis to make it more effective. Some put a purified form of psilocybin into pipes before smoking. However, none of these two options are recommended. Read on to discover reasons why you should think twice before smoking magic mushrooms.

What happens in the process?

It is very hard to tell exactly what happens when someone smokes magic shrooms as there is no scientific data on the issue. However, many stories are shared on forums and the internet about the experiences that people had after smoking Magic mushrooms Canada. Many users state that it produced a mild effect but this is nothing like you would experience from either ingesting shrooms or taking a shrooms tea preparation.

 Some reported having no effects at all except some nausea. However, lack of effects can be attributed to high temperatures. Lighting up shrooms causes high temperatures that destroy Psilocybin, the main compound in magic mushrooms that causes the ‘trippy’ effects.

The dangers

Smoking shrooms will present you with several dangers. These include:

  • General smoking risks. In general, smoking any type of substance is bad for your health as it contains harmful particulates and toxins that can destroy the lungs and blood vessels. In addition, smoking introduces carcinogens to your lungs and this increases the chances of developing lung cancer. And for those who smoke shrooms mixed with either tobacco or cannabis, take the risks associated with those other substances too.
  • Mold spores. By smoking shrooms, you risk getting mold spores into your lungs. The presence of mold spores will increase your risk of developing inflammation and lung infections. Unfortunately, these infections are very difficult to treat. Those with mold allergy and weakened immune systems can get serious health complications from mold inhalation.
  • Bad trips. If you are smoking shrooms, you should be aware that bad trips are a possibility. A bad trip will include unpleasant hallucinations, trouble separating reality from fantasy, and panic.
  • Physical side effects. As you consume shrooms, it is important to know that you can suffer from the bad physical effects of the practice. This can be characterized by uncoordinated movement, increased heart rate, and blood pressure, muscle weakness, nausea and vomiting, increased body temperature, abdominal cramps, and diarrhea.
  • Psychological effects. When taken in high doses, shrooms alter your judgment of reality. Unfortunately, this will lead you into doing things that you wouldn’t normally do while sober. Although smoking shrooms will not produce intense effects when compared to ingesting the substance, psychological effects are still a risk to consider.

How to consume shrooms safely

Instead of smoking magic shrooms, there are many other safe methods for taking the substance. Most people ingest both fresh and dried shrooms orally. You can either take them singularly or add them to other foods. On the other hand, some people add ground shrooms to hot tea. All these methods maintain the potency of the substance thereby giving you the maximum effects. Other creative people add this substance to milkshakes, yogurt, soups, and chocolate.

How to minimize the risk

Although there is no way to eliminate the risk associated with substance abuse, you can reduce the exposure and possibly cut down on the bad side effects. To do this, you need to follow these tips.

  • Choose a safe ingestion method. When taking shrooms, choose a safe intake method. Avoid smoking as it will not only reduce the potency of the substance but also expose you to harmful spores and other particles.
  • Mind your dose. When taking shrooms, you should first begin with the smallest dose before working your way up. Higher doses increase the chances of adverse effects and a bad trip.
  • Do not take deep inhales. Inhaling deep and holding your breath exposes your lungs to toxins for longer. When smoking shrooms, exhale them right away.
  • Pick at the right time. Your mood affects the kind of outcome that you get after consuming shrooms. Always choose to take shrooms when you are in the right mood. Doing so will increase the chances of getting an enjoyable trip.

Conclusion

Although it is possible to smoke shrooms, it is advisable to take it through other methods. This is especially if you are looking to trip. In that case, you will need to either ingest shrooms through the mouth or brew it with tea.

Scientific research does not prove that taking shrooms produces favorable psychoactive effects. And although the substance does not cause addiction, taking it often will cause problems in your daily life.