Mind-altering substances, including mushrooms that contain psilocybin (also referred to as magic mushrooms or shrooms), may have negative side effects when misused improperly. One such fungus containing these compounds includes magic mushrooms or shrooms; many people use them both spiritually and recreationally. They may be consumed through baked goods, capsules or tea; and the results vary between individuals.

Many people prefer mushroom tea psilocybin because it is easier than eating whole mushrooms. Steeping mushrooms in hot water to extract their psilocybin content, then combining with lemon juice or ginger root to help ease nausea before adding honey or other flavors if desired. Although the process itself may seem straightforward, it’s essential that all stakeholders involved fully understand any potential risks related to making such teas.

An individual drinking mushroom tea died after experiencing serious health complications, including severe vomiting and tremors, that eventually required hospitalization where doctors found several organs had failed while his blood tested positive for psilocybin, according to The New York Times article.

While this incident may be rare, its reminder is powerful: any drug can have serious repercussions when not used responsibly. Unfortunately, too many people misuse mushrooms and other drugs resulting in addiction and abuse cycles. Furthermore, using any substance recreationally such as marijuana poses significant risks that could cause significant harm.

Magic mushrooms produce psychological changes that alter perception, emotion and thought patterns. Their effects typically last several hours before slowly dissipating as the experience winds down. While some individuals report an overwhelming sense of connection with both nature and themselves; others feel emotionally vulnerable or fearful.

Some individuals who have consumed mushrooms report experiencing long-lasting shifts in their perceptions. These changes may occur even months after taking out all the mushrooms from their system; these changes are sometimes known as flashbacks. They may also suffer hallucinogen persisting perception disorder (HPPD), in which visual disturbances remain even after mushrooms have been eliminated from the body.

Misusing any substance recreationally poses serious risks, and when making shroom tea psilocybin it’s easy to overdo it. Excessive consumption may lead to psychosis and other unpleasant symptoms – and in extreme cases overdose. Common dangers associated with this drug include high-stress psychotic states, delusions and paranoia which can be brought on by anxiety and depression among other things.