Psilocybin in truffles vs. mushrooms: Which has more?
When someone asks whether there is more psilocybin in magic truffles or hallucinogenic mushrooms, the quick answer would be: it depends. Yes, we know, the classic textbook answer. But here’s the interesting part: it doesn’t depend only on whether we’re talking about a “truffle” or a “mushroom,” but also on whether the product is fresh […]
Mixing marijuana and magic mushrooms, is it possible?
Mixing marijuana and magic mushrooms is one of those ideas that pops into the mind sooner or later when someone starts exploring altered states of consciousness. At first, it sounds logical: “if they’re cool separately, they must be the bomb together.” And that is where the problems—or the epic stories, depending on who you ask—begin. […]
Mushrooms and Alcohol: Can they help with alcoholism, or is it a myth?
The combination of “magic mushrooms and alcohol” usually sounds like a bad Saturday night idea. But that’s not what we’re talking about here. In recent years, science has started looking at psilocybin—the active compound found in many psychedelic mushrooms—from a different perspective: not as an impulsive party drug, but as a potential therapeutic tool for […]
Psilocybin microdosing for depression
Psilocybin microdosing for depression has become one of those topics that the internet has latched onto, turning it into a mix of science, curiosity, and “my buddy says…”. And, of course, it’s important to separate the wheat from the mushroom. Psilocybin is attracting a lot of attention in mental health studies, but that doesn’t mean […]
Mushroom strains and phenotypes: Everything you need to know about their characteristics and varieties
Talking about mushroom strains and phenotypes opens the door to one of the most fascinating aspects of cultivation. Growing mushrooms is already an interesting process, but once you begin to understand why one variety behaves a certain way, why another develops a completely different appearance, or why some seem to have a personality of their […]
Mushroom Spores: How to collect them and how to grow mushrooms step by step
When someone starts getting interested in the world of fungi, sooner or later a question appears that changes everything: what exactly are Mushroom Spores? And the curious thing is that, even though mushrooms are everywhere in forests, supermarkets, and even memes, most people have no idea that these tiny invisible particles are responsible for it […]
Psychedelic Therapy: Can it work without hallucinations?
In recent years, Psychedelic Therapy has evolved from a marginal concept into one of the most talked-about topics in the field of mental health. We are no longer just talking about studies in remote laboratories: today there are clinical trials, specialized professionals, and projects that are beginning to pave the way. There is even open […]
Penis Envy Mushroom: What it is, why it’s so potent, and what effects it has
The Penis Envy is probably one of the most talked-about psilocybin mushrooms, not only because of its unmistakable shape—which already hints at where its name comes from—but also because of the reputation it has built over the years. For many, it is the most potent variety within the world of Psilocybe cubensis. For others, it […]
Microdosing truffles: Do they help with mental health?
Truffle microdoses sit in that strange space where science, word-of-mouth, and the classic “it changed my life” story all coexist—usually accompanied by an intense stare and an oat milk coffee. And let’s be clear: just because something becomes trendy doesn’t make it false… but it also doesn’t make it a miracle. In this Smartshop Love […]
How does psilocybin affect the brain: simple science to truly understand it
Psilocybin has always sparked curiosity. It’s no coincidence: this compound found in mushrooms and magic truffles can transform, for a few hours, the way we see the world, connect with ourselves, or think. But how does psilocybin affect the brain and what actually happens inside our minds to create these changes? At Smartshop Love, we […]