Psychedelic mushroom edibles promise health benefits. Be wary, experts say.
What risks do unregulated psychedelic products pose?
Unregulated psychedelic products pose several risks, including uncertain dosage, potential contamination, and misleading labeling. These products may contain unknown substances or varying concentrations of the claimed active ingredients, leading to unpredictable effects and potential health issues. Additionally, users may not be aware of potential drug interactions or contraindications.
Why did Prophet Premium Blends recall their products?
Prophet Premium Blends recalled all of its Diamond Shruumz edible products due to the presence of toxic levels of a chemical found in certain mushrooms, which led to 48 people in 24 states experiencing severe illness24. The company has stopped producing and distributing the Diamond Shruumz product line as investigations continue.
What chemical did FDA find in Diamond Shruumz chocolates?
The FDA found synthetic psychedelic substances, including 4-acetoxy-N,N-dimethyltryptamine (4-acetoxy-DMT), also known as O-acetylpsilocin or psilacetin, in Diamond Shruumz chocolates. Additionally, desmethoxyyangonin, dihydrokavain, and kavain were identified in the samples tested.