What is microdosing and is it useful?

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Here it is worth turning to anthropology and the history of human development. To do this, let us turn to the work of Terence McKenna, an anthropologist and mycologist who has scrutinised the history of human development in the context of the use of mind-altering substances.

You may have heard of the theory that one of the catalysts for evolution was some product that stimulates serotonin receptors. But this is only a small part of the book «Food of the Gods», in which McKenna describes how at each stage of the formation of human civilisations a large group of people consumed some element that permanently altered the state of consciousness.

There may be a misunderstanding here. For example, I live a normal life and do not take any substances. However, McKenna writes about how the world discovered alcohol, then opium and tobacco, and then the now familiar tea, coffee, cocoa, sugar.

The key point of this excursion into centuries of history can be contained in a couple of phrases. The shamanic practices of using psychoactive substances were lost. They have been replaced by a culture of moderate consumption: beer on Fridays, smoke breaks with bosses, coffee before work. The same principles underlie the culture of microdosing, the necessary substances for which you can purchase in this store - omshroom.eu.

Are there health benefits to microdosing?

Let's imagine the brain as a huge orchestra. Each part plays a different role, and a person's well-being depends on how synchronised the ‘sound’ is.
There are two neurotransmitters in the brain: glutamate and gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA). These two substances act similarly to the volume control on a smartphone. Glutamate increases excitability, gustiness, and the feeling that thoughts are simmering. Gamma-aminobutyric acid, on the other hand, helps you unload your thoughts and focus on what's really important. And there's an interesting point here:

GABA is sold in supplement form (GABA) or as an element of GABA tea. But GABA in its pure form does not cross the blood-brain barrier (BBB), a kind of shield that protects neurons from ‘unnecessary’ substances.

The pharmaceutical industry does not stand still. The drugs phenibut and gabapentin, which also target GABA receptors, have appeared in pharmacies. But using them is like firing a sniper rifle at an enemy who sits a couple of busy alleys away from you. The bullet will hit the target, but how many civilians will it hit?

Another way to affect GABA receptors is alcohol. It maximises the stimulation of GABA receptors, causing feelings of relaxation and loss of control. But it also poisons the body.

That's where microdosing of flyswatter comes to the rescue. Its difference is that muscimol acts only on GABA receptors, without affecting other body systems. But there are a few nuances.

What is the right way to take microdoses?

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The key element lies in the name. Micro means ‘just a little bit’. Standard doses of microdosing of flyswatter are 0.3-0.5 g 1-2 times a day. Most often in the early morning and late afternoon. The most important thing at the beginning of the intake is to build a competent course and relationship with the mushroom. It sounds strange, but in practice this means adherence to the sequence of intake and careful observation of yourself.

Do not increase the dosage. Start with 0.3 g in the morning on an empty stomach, drink half a glass of water and for the next hour just listen to your sensations. Repeat the procedure for the next 4-7 days. But before using it, we advise you to consult a professional counsellor.