Psilocybin, a compound extracted from certain hallucinogenic mushrooms, may have unexpected effects on aging. Researchers ...

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Circles of white mushrooms, or “fairy rings,” may add a whimsical touch to summer lawns. But beware — they’re probably poisonous.

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In a new study published this month in npj Aging, researchers report that psilocybin slowed down key aspects of the aging ...

Also called magic mushrooms or shrooms, they are hallucinogenic. When the officer asked about the glass jar and its contents, the driver confirmed that they were psilocybin mushrooms.

High in the mountains of Oaxaca lies San José del Pacífico, a mystical village known for its magic mushrooms and mind-expanding experiences. In this video, we explore what draws travelers here ...

The government has permitted Dr. Cameron Lacey, a psychiatrist, to prescribe psilocybin, a hallucinogenic compound found in “magic mushrooms,” for depression.

The magic mushroom compound psilocybin shows long-lasting antidepressant effects in a clinical trial, with patients reporting less anxiety and improved daily functioning years later.

“How would you like to go on a guided magic mushroom journey for your 60th birthday?” she asked. “I think it could be helpful for you.” ...