It’s official, folks! Mushrooms have become the new marijuana. No longer are we living in a world where pot is the only game in town. Now, fungi have taken over as the go-to drug for hipsters, millennials, and anyone else who wants to get trippy without the legal risks associated with marijuana.
So, how did this happen? How did mushrooms go from being just another fungus to a full-blown drug trend? Well, it all started with the rise of microdosing.
For those who don’t know, microdosing is the practice of taking small amounts of psychedelic substances, such as LSD or mushrooms, to improve creativity, focus, and mental health. It’s become a popular practice among techies and entrepreneurs who swear by the benefits of small doses of psychedelics.
And since mushrooms are so easy to grow at home, it’s no surprise that they’ve become the go-to for microdosing. You can even buy kits online that come with everything you need to grow your own mushrooms, no green thumb required.
But microdosing is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the mushroom craze. There are now entire communities online dedicated to sharing tips on how to grow and consume mushrooms, with forums full of people discussing the latest strains and how they affect the body and mind.
And just like with marijuana, there are now chefs and bartenders experimenting with mushrooms in their dishes and drinks. You can find mushroom-infused cocktails at trendy bars in cities like New York and LA, and restaurants serving up dishes made with various types of mushrooms.
But perhaps the most comical aspect of the mushroom craze is the way it’s being marketed. Companies are now selling mushroom-infused products with names like “Shroomies”, “Magic Mushrooms”, and “Boomers” complete with colorful packaging and catchy slogans.
And let’s not forget about the memes. Social media is awash with jokes about the mushroom trend, with memes featuring psychedelic mushrooms and puns like “fungi to be with” and “let’s get spore-dic.”
But while all this may seem funny and harmless, there are some concerns about the mushroom craze. For one thing, the effects of mushrooms can be unpredictable, with some people experiencing intense hallucinations and others feeling little to no effect.
And just like marijuana, which is legal in many states, mushrooms are still classified as a Schedule I drug by the federal government, meaning they’re considered to have no medical use and a high potential for abuse. So while it may be legal to grow and consume mushrooms in some states, it’s still illegal at the federal level.
But for now, the mushroom trend shows no signs of slowing down. So grab your grow kit, pour yourself a mushroom-infused drink, and let’s get spored out!
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