Tag: Magic Mushroom

Magic mushrooms and LSD (lysergic acid diethylamide) are two of the most well-known psychedelic substances. Although they both have a long history of use and share many similarities, including their potential to induce profound alterations of consciousness and perception, they also have significant differences. This article aims to shed light on these differences to help individuals make informed decisions about their use. Historical and Cultural Context Magic mushrooms (Psilocybe spp.) have been used for centuries in many cultures for their psychedelic effects. They were often used in spiritual and healing rituals. Psilocybin, the active compound in magic mushrooms, was isolated in the 1950s by Albert Hofmann, the Swiss chemist who synthesized LSD. LSD, on the other hand, doesn't have an extended historical or cultural use. Its psychedelic properties were discovered…