Mushroom tea has evolved beyond being just another trendy health food to become an effective herbal medicine, providing our bodies with numerous healing and health-promoting properties. By infusing mushrooms into beverages like tea, kombucha, juice and more beverages we are feeding our bodies natural compounds that can reduce inflammation, regulate stress levels, boost immunity levels, enhance mood stability, support gut health and even fight aging.

No matter whether you are microdosing (taking 1-.5 grams) or tripping (taking 1 gram or more), effects typically begin about 20 minutes to an hour after taking mushrooms, depending on species, dose and method of ingestion. Our bodies need time to break down and convert mushrooms into psilocin before feeling them; capsules or powder form help users experience effects faster than raw forms.

However, some individuals prefer brewing their own mushroom tea to maintain more control over dosage and timing of its effects. A popular method is using a mushroom tea infusion kit; such kits contain various kinds of mushrooms as well as various herbs which may enhance them further. Most kits also come with bags which you can place directly into hot water to brew your tea.

Brewing your own tea is easier than you think by cutting up dried mushrooms into pieces and mixing them with boiling water in a pot on your stove. Let the mixture steep for several hours until it meets your desired flavor and effects – the exact combination depends on what kind of tea you desire; some prefer mixing reishi and cordyceps mushrooms together for an energizing yet soothing blend.

As you brew your own mushroom tea, the key thing to remember is not overdoing it. While some of its effects may be pleasurable, overindulgence could lead to dangerous side effects like overstimulation, hallucinations, nausea and even heart attacks.

Reminding oneself of this is especially crucial when using mushrooms to treat chronic illnesses like cancer, where one’s mental state can have as much of an effect as physical. Mushrooms have been shown to help combat depression and anxiety – which are prevalent among cancer patients – while giving peace to those affected by cancer diagnosis.

As with any substance, magic mushroom effects can be detected with a urine test, with any remaining traces of psilocin remaining in your system for 24 hours after taking them. Overdosage can occur so it’s essential to understand your limits and take necessary precautions against exceeding them.