New research from UCSF has shown that one large dose of psilocybin (the active ingredient in what is known as magic mushrooms) can alter your brain activity, brain structure, and even improve your mental health.
In the study, participants received two doses one month apart and then had an EEG assessment. The first dose of 1mg showed no significant changes. The second dose of 25mg, however, had strong effects, which the participants called the βsingle most unusual state of consciousnessβ of their lives.
During the assessment, researchers observed higher levels of βbrain entropy,β which can make it easier for people to break out of unhealthy habits.