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How to Steep Mushroom Tea
Mushroom tea may be associated with psychoactive mushrooms and their mind-altering properties, but edible fungi offer much broader medicinal benefits that go well beyond this stereotype. Edible mushrooms contain powerful antioxidants which combat free radical damage caused by free radicals which contribute to premature aging and certain diseases; additionally they can support immunity as well as increase overall vitality – taking it in tea form is an easy, tasty, and quick way of intaking them compared with eating raw mushrooms!
Preparing mushroom tea is similar to making herbal tea, except that you must first reduce your mushrooms to powder using either a coffee grinder or mortar and pestle before mixing in hot water. Once prepared, just combine your mushroom powder with hot water in your preferred tea type before steeping for several minutes before serving – the flavor may differ depending on which herbs are used and any additional ingredients such as ginger, lemon juice, honey or cinnamon that might be added for flavor enhancement.
Psychonauts with experience often prefer taking their psilocybin as tea rather than eating it, since doing so is easier on the stomach and helps decrease nausea that often arises when ingestion magic mushrooms directly. Although their taste may not be particularly pleasant initially, large doses may become nearly intolerable.
Tea made from dried psilocybin mushrooms can be both bitter and nutty; to reduce any unpleasant bitterness and add an enjoyable flavor, combine sweet herbs such as licorice and ginger with them for optimal results. Some people even like adding fresh orange juice, which helps ease any stomach upsets.
Remember, where and how you consume magic mushroom tea can have a substantial effect on the type of psychedelic effects you experience. For the best possible experience, drink your tea in a safe environment surrounded by nature or familiar indoor space; and it is advised not to take stimulants or alcohol before or during psychedelic trips.
For those starting off, mushroom tea may seem intimidating at first; we advise starting out slowly and increasing your dosage over time. This will allow you to become acclimated with its potency and effect while limiting any negative side-effects. Furthermore, different mushroom species contain differing levels of psilocybin. If unsure of which mushroom tea type would work best for you or need assistance making one, consulting a medical professional is the best way forward.